© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
1 Leeuwendaalder
| Silver (.750) | 27.68 g | - |
| Issuer | region of West Friesland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1649-1701 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (Daalder) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 27.68 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#326792 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Rampant lion to the left with mint mark above after the year
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONFIDENS DNO NON MOVETVR 1654
Unabridged legend: Confidens Domino non movetur
Translation: He who trusts in God is steadfast
Interesting fact
The 1 Leeuwendaalder coin from West Friesland (Dutch Republic) made of Silver (.750) weighing 27.68 g is interesting because it was used as a means of payment during a time when the Dutch Republic was experiencing significant economic growth and trade expansion. The coin's design, featuring a lion on one side and a shield with the Dutch Republic's coat of arms on the other, symbolized the region's power and influence. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity, demonstrating the attention to detail and precision that was characteristic of Dutch trade and commerce during this period.
