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2 Gulden United Provinces arms
1694 year| Silver (.920) | 21.21 g | - |
| Issuer | Province of Gelderland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1694 |
| Value | 2 Gulden |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.920) |
| Weight | 21.21 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#134544 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Standing female figure holding spear with liberty cap, leaning on Bible on column, date in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HAC : NITIMVR HANC : TVEMVR
: 1694 :
Translation: On her we lean; her we protect
Comment
For the 2 gulden coin with the arms of Gelderland, see linkInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Dutch Republic. The 1694 Gelderland 2 Gulden coin was issued during the reign of William III, who was not only the Stadtholder of the Dutch Republic but also the King of England, Scotland, and Ireland. This coin was minted as part of a series of reforms aimed at stabilizing the Dutch economy and strengthening the Dutch Republic's position in global trade. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin's silver content and intricate design have made it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
