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1 Ducat Spanish type ND
| Gold (.986) | 3.37 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | City of Kampen (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1590-1593 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3) |
| Currency | Gulden (1590-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.37 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#124374 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SVB · VMBRA · ALARVM · TVAR
Translation: Under the shadow of your wings.
Comment
Between 1580 and 1601 almost all mints in the Dutch Republic issued ducats and double ducats in the style of the Spanish Catholic Kings.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Eighty Years' War (1568-1648) between the Dutch Republic and Spain. Despite the conflict, the City of Kampen was able to mint its own coins, such as this 1 Ducat, which was a significant symbol of the city's economic and political power.
