© Monnaies d'Antan
© Monnaies d'Antan
1 Duit - Charles II
| Copper | 1.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Spanish Netherlands (City of Roermond, Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles II (Karel II) (1665-1700) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1678-1679 (1666-1682) |
| Value | 1 Duit (Duit) (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Silver Gulden (1560-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#130522 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Crowned Roermond arms over Burgundian cross, dividing initials and date (if present).
Script: Latin
Lettering: R M
Unabridged legend: Roer mundi
Translation: Roermond
Comment
Known as gigot (French).Variants:
GH-360a, undated:
© M.Wolters
GH-360b, dated (main photos)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Duit coin from the Spanish Netherlands is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil and change in the region. The Dutch States were fighting for independence from Spain, and the coin was minted in the city of Roermond, which was a key location in the conflict. Despite the political upheaval, the coin still bears the image of Charles II, the King of Spain, highlighting the complex political and cultural ties of the time.
