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¼ Stuiver "Vierling" Nijmegen ND
| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Guelders (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1582-1583 |
| Value | ¼ Stuiver (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#373899 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short flowered cross with a '4' in its center, altnerating fleurs-de-lis and lions in the angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NVLLA ⸰ SALIS ⸰ BELLO
Translation: No salvation in war
Comment
Coat of arms of Nijmegen (Source: Wikipedia)
Interesting fact
The ¼ Stuiver "Vierling" coin from the Duchy of Guelders was made of copper, but it was also minted in a unique way. The coin was produced using a process called "four-square" minting, where the coin was struck four times with a square-shaped die to create a distinctive shape. This process was used to create a coin that was easily recognizable and harder to counterfeit.
