1 Silver Ducat (Early type; date obverse) 1659-1687 front 1 Silver Ducat (Early type; date obverse) 1659-1687 back
1 Silver Ducat (Early type; date obverse) 1659-1687 photo
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1 Silver Ducat Early type; date obverse

 
Silver (.873) 28.25 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
region of West Friesland (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1659-1687
Value
Silver Ducat (Rijksdaalder)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver (.873)
Weight
28.25 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#230575
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned shield surrounding by text

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONCORDIA.RESPARVÆ.CRESCVNT

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Silver Ducat coin from West Friesland was used as a form of currency in the Dutch Republic during the 17th century. It was made of silver and weighed 28.25 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin's design featured the date and a coat of arms on the obverse side, and the reverse side featured an image of a knight. The coin was used for both domestic and international trade, and its value was equivalent to 320 Dutch guilders. I hope that's helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions.