1 Ducat (Spanish type) ND (1590-1597) front 1 Ducat (Spanish type) ND (1590-1597) back
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1 Ducat Spanish type ND

 
Gold 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Zwolle (Dutch States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1590-1597
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#126352
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms of Spain within inner beaded circle

Script: Latin

Lettering: SVB.VMBRA.ALARVM. TVARV

Comment

Known as Spaanse Gouden Ducaat in Dutch

Variations in the legends are known, especially last word (Obverse FERDI, FERDIN. Reverse TVA, TVARV, TVARVM)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat (Spanish type) ND (1590-1597) from City of Zwolle (Dutch States) made of Gold weighing 3.5g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Dutch States were fighting for independence from Spain, and the minting of this coin was a symbol of their resistance and desire for self-governance. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold, a valuable and coveted metal at the time, speaks to the wealth and prosperity of the region.