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1 Duit
| Copper | - | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Utrecht (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1657-1659 |
| Value | 1 Duit (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | 1 October 1822 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#123642 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
City name in two-line, date, within quatrefoil.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CIV
TRAIECT
1657
Unabridged legend:
Civitas
Traiectum
Translation: City of Utrecht
Interesting fact
The 1 Duit coin from the City of Utrecht was made of copper, which was a common material for coins during that time period. However, what makes this coin unique is that it was one of the first coins to feature a depiction of a building on its reverse side. The coin features an image of the Dom Tower, a famous landmark in Utrecht, which was built in the 14th century and still stands today. This feature was unusual for coins at the time, and it showcases the city's pride in its architecture and history.
