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1 Ducat Early type, plain circle
| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Utrecht (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1648-1674 |
| Value | 1 Ducat |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#323148 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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 differentiates between the design with a simple circle and beaded circle (KM#7.1) but Delmonte and Friedberg do 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 plain circle and a crowned shield with the coat of arms of Utrecht, symbolized the province's newfound autonomy and pride in its heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1649 ⬕ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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, plain circle) 1648-1674 coin.
