14 Stivers / ½ Florin 1684-1686 front 14 Stivers / ½ Florin 1684-1686 back
14 Stivers / ½ Florin 1684-1686 photo
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14 Stivers / ½ Florin

 
Silver (.765) 8.65 g -
Description
Issuer
Province of Friesland (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1684-1686
Value
14 Stuivers (7⁄10)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver (.765)
Weight
8.65 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#344164
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Bust of farmer facing right, wearing cap and coat, holding sword over right shoulder, dividing value. Mintmark at top.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NISI · DOMINVS · NOBISCVM · 1684 ·
14 ST

Unabridged legend:
Nisi Dominus Nobiscum
14 Stuivers

Translation:
Unless the Lord is with us
14 Stivers

Interesting fact

The 14 Stivers / ½ Florin coin from the Province of Friesland (Dutch Republic) was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions, and its design was standardized across the Dutch Republic to facilitate trade and commerce.