10 Stuivers (Gelderland) 1786 front 10 Stuivers (Gelderland) 1786 back
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10 Stuivers Gelderland

1786 year
Silver (.920) 5.2 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Indonesia › Netherlands East Indies (1601-1949)
Period
United East India Company (1602-1800)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1786
Value
10 Stuivers (½)
Currency
Gulden (1726-1854)
Composition
Silver (.920)
Weight
5.2 g
Diameter
28 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#375612
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Standing Pallas / Dutch virgin leaning on the Bible on a decorated pillar, and on a spear with a phrygian hat. Small coat of arms of Gelderland at the top. Legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HAC NITIMVR HANC TVEMVR

Translation: On her we lean, her we defend

Edge

Slant Reeded.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Stuivers (Gelderland) 1786 coin from Indonesia › Netherlands East Indies (1601-1949) is that it was minted during a time when the Dutch East India Company was actively involved in the spice trade in the region. The Company's influence on the local economy and culture is reflected in the coin's design, which features a stylized image of a spice plant, likely meant to represent the clove, a valuable spice in high demand at the time. This coin is a tangible reminder of the rich history of trade and cultural exchange that took place in the region during the 18th century.