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© Heritage Auctions
1 Gulden Madura Star countermark ND
| Silver (.920) | 10.616 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Sultanate of Sumenep (Indonesian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1804-1808 |
| Value | 1 Gulden |
| Composition | Silver (.920) |
| Weight | 10.616 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#126503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standing female figure leaning on boble on column, holding spear with cap. Date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HANC TVEMVR HAC NITIMVR
1794
Translation: On her we lean, her we protect
Edge
Smooth from 1694 to 1747
Fluted from 1748 to 1794
Comment
Madura Star counterstamp most commonly associated with the Sumenep court at the island of Madura.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique countermark, the Madura Star, which was added to the coin as a way to verify its authenticity and value. The countermark was applied by the Sultanate of Sumenep, which was one of the Indonesian states that issued their own currency during the colonial period. The use of countermarks was a common practice in the region at the time, and it helped to prevent counterfeiting and ensure the integrity of the currency.
