Obverse © Heritage Auctions – Reverse © Heritage Auctions Europe
Obverse © Heritage Auctions – Reverse © Heritage Auctions Europe
1 Duit
| Copper | 2.0 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | City of Kampen (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1658-1662 |
| Value | 1 Duit (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1590-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.0 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | 1 October 1822 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#123036 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with Kampen arms in a decorative frame
Comment
The crowned shield reverse differentiates this coin from a similar contemporary type (see link).Interesting fact
The 1 Duit coin from the City of Kampen (Dutch States) was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Netherlands. The coin was issued during the Dutch Golden Age, a period of prosperity and cultural flourishing that saw the rise of trade, science, and art in the region. The coin's design, which features a simple image of a shield with the city's initials, reflects the simplicity and functionality of the time period. Despite its humble appearance, the coin was an important part of everyday transactions and played a significant role in the local economy.
