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1 Ducaton "Silver Rider"
| Silver (.941) | 32.78 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Zeeland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1670-1793 |
| Value | 1 Ducaton (3) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.941) |
| Weight | 32.78 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#44339 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of the Generality, supported by a crowned lion on each side, date in a cartouche below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
♜ CONCORDIA RES PARVÆ CRESCUNT
1772
Translation: Through Unity Small Things Grow
Comment
Variants are known:- with mintmark either on obverse or reverse
- with various reverse lettering breaks
- with minor variations in obverse lettering: MO NO, MON, NO, MON, NOV, etc.
- with or without ground under horse's feet
- with minor variations of letterings punctuation
- with plain or cabled edge
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducaton "Silver Rider" coin from the Province of Zeeland (Dutch Republic) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Dutch Republic was a powerful trading nation during the 17th and 18th centuries, and the Ducaton was a widely used currency in international trade. The "Silver Rider" design on the coin was a symbol of the province's wealth and prosperity, and it features a horseback rider on the reverse side, which was a common motif in Dutch art and symbolism during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1753 ♜ | 378122 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1792 ♜ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Ducaton "Silver Rider" 1670-1793 coin.
