1 Ducat (Early type, beaded circle) 1587-1648 front 1 Ducat (Early type, beaded circle) 1587-1648 back
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1 Ducat Early type, beaded circle

 
Gold (.986) 3.51 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Province of Utrecht (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1587-1648
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.51 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#35438
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Inscription on five lines, within ornate square tablet.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MO ORDI
PROVIN
FOEDER
BELG AD
LEG IMP

Unabridged legend: Moneta ordinum provinciarum foederatorum Belgii ad legem imperii

Translation: Coin of the United Provinces of the Netherlands issued in accordance with the law

Comment

Variations of letterings and punctuations are known, in addition to variations of types of circles on the obverse.

The KM catalog distinguishes early years from later years by the type of circle, but Delmonte does not.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from the Province of Utrecht (Dutch Republic) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Dutch Republic was a confederation of seven provinces that had recently gained independence from Spain, and the introduction of a new currency, such as the Ducat, was a significant step towards establishing economic stability and independence. The coin's design, featuring a beaded circle and a high gold content, was a symbol of the province's wealth and prosperity during this time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1645 ⬕ - - - - - -
1648 ⬕ - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Ducat (Early type, beaded circle) 1587-1648 coin.