© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
1 Ducaton Piedfort
| Silver (.941) | 64.94 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Zeeland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1659-1668 |
| Value | 1 Ducaton (3) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.941) |
| Weight | 64.94 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#271087 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of the Generality, supported by a crowned lion on each side, within dotted inner circle; date and lettering in outer circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· 1659 ·
CONCORDIA · RES PARVÆ · CRESCUNT
Translation: Unity makes strength
Comment
Type based on the KM# 41.1.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Ducaton (Piedfort) 1659-1668 from Province of Zeeland (Dutch Republic) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Dutch Republic. The coin was issued during the reign of Stadtholder Johan de Witt, who was instrumental in establishing the Dutch East India Company and expanding the Dutch Republic's trade and influence around the world. The coin's design, which features a lion holding a shield with the Zeeland coat of arms, symbolizes the province's strength and prosperity during this period.
