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1 Duit
| Copper | 2.38 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Zeeland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1601-1637 |
| Value | 1 Duit (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.38 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#322618 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
The Dutch maiden between laurel sprays above coat of arms of Zeeland, pointing right hand upwards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ♜ · LVCTOR · ET · · EMERGO · 1604 ·
Translation: I struggle and overcome
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Duit coin from the Province of Zeeland (Dutch Republic) made of Copper is that it was used as a means of payment for the Dutch East India Company, which was one of the first multinational corporations in the world. The company played a significant role in the Dutch Golden Age and was instrumental in the development of international trade and globalization. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of copper, a relatively cheap material, reflect the practicality and thriftiness of the Dutch people during that time.
