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½ Stuiver ND
1598 year| Copper | 0.58 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | City of Deventer (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1598 |
| Value | ½ Stuiver (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.58 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#134494 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Deventer dividing value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PACE.ET.BELLA.CONS
J S
Interesting fact
The ½ Stuiver coin from the City of Deventer (Dutch Republic) was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Netherlands. The Dutch Republic was a confederation of seven provinces that had recently gained independence from Spain, and the introduction of a new coinage system was seen as a way to promote trade and commerce within the young nation. The ½ Stuiver coin was one of the first coins to be minted under this new system, and it was designed to be a practical and accessible denomination for everyday transactions. Despite its small size and value, the coin has become a highly sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.
