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1 Duit
| Copper | 2.0 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | City of Utrecht (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1617-1654 |
| Value | 1 Duit (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.0 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#88859 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Shield atop floriate cross; floriate design in left half of shield
Interesting fact
The 1 Duit coin from the City of Utrecht (Dutch Republic) was made of copper, which was a common material for coins during that time period. However, what's interesting is that the coin was designed with a unique feature - it had a square hole in the center, which was known as a "knot" or "node." This hole was added to the coin to make it easier for people to tell if it was genuine or counterfeit. The knot was created by the mint using a special tool, and it was difficult to replicate, making it a distinctive feature of the coin. This feature was used on many coins during that time period, and it's still a distinctive characteristic of Dutch coins from that era.