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1 Duit
| Copper | 1.54 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Kampen (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1655-1671 |
| Value | 1 Duit (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1590-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.54 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#51361 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
City arms (city gate) in tulip wreath
Edge
Plain
Comment
Common variants in the 1660s years have nothing above CAM, or ∴ replacing · ✿ ·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 region. The Dutch States were a collection of independent provinces that eventually formed the Netherlands, and Kampen was one of the key cities involved in the minting of coins during this period. The 1 Duit coin was a standard circulation coin that was widely used in trade and commerce, and its design featured the image of a lion, which was a symbol of strength and power. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the 1 Duit coin from Kampen is now a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.
