© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
1 Ducat - Herman Diederik van Bronckhorst
1578 year| Gold | 3.42 g | - |
| Issuer | Barony of Batenburg (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Baron | Herman Theoderic of Bronckhorst (Herman Diederik van Bronckhorst) (1573-1602) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1578 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Dukaat) (3.5) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.42 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#331507 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Quartered arms dividing date, within beaded inner circle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
• ❀ •MONE• NO• AVREA• DNI• HERM
7 8
Unabridged legend: Moneta nova aurea dominus Hermannus ...
Translation: New gold coinage of Lord Herman
Comment
The legends are meant to be read continuously from the shield side to the portrait side:"New gold coinage of Herman Diderick (Theodore), Lord of Bronckhorst, Baron of Batenburg and Stevensweert"
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin from the Barony of Batenburg, featuring Herman Diederik van Bronckhorst, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its age, rarity, and historical significance. It was minted in 1578, during a time of great turmoil in the Dutch States, and its gold content makes it a highly sought-after collector's item. In fact, it's considered one of the most valuable coins in the Dutch States' history, with some specimens selling for tens of thousands of dollars at auction.
