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1 Duit Gold
1741 year| Gold | 5.48 g | - |
| Issuer | Province of Overijssel (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1741 |
| Value | 1 Duit (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.48 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#368795 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with Overijssel arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIGILATE ET ORATE
Translation: Watch and pray
Edge
Plain
Comment
Off-metal strike in gold, to weight of about 1 ½ ducat. Delmonte cites a weight range 5.15 - 5.5 grams.Interesting fact
The 1 Duit (Gold) 1741 from Province of Overijssel (Dutch Republic) is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Dutch Republic, which was facing challenges from foreign powers and struggling with internal conflicts. Despite these challenges, the coin's minting was a testament to the region's rich history and culture, and its gold content makes it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
