10 Stuivers (Gold) 1688-1689 front 10 Stuivers (Gold) 1688-1689 back
10 Stuivers (Gold) 1688-1689 photo
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10 Stuivers Gold

 
Gold 6.94 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Province of Holland (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1688-1689
Value
10 Stuivers (½)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Gold
Weight
6.94 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#360898
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Standing female figure leaning on bible on column, holding spear with cap.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HAC NITIMVR HANC TVEMVR

Translation: On her we lean, her we protect

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Stuivers (Gold) coin from the Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued in 1688-1689, a period when the Dutch Republic was experiencing significant economic growth and trade expansion, particularly in the Dutch East India Company. The coin's gold content and value would have been a symbol of the province's wealth and prosperity during this time.