2 Stuivers 1673-1681 front 2 Stuivers 1673-1681 back
2 Stuivers 1673-1681 photo
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2 Stuivers

 
Silver (.583) 1.62 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Province of Overijssel (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1673-1681
Value
2 Stuivers (0.1)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver (.583)
Weight
1.62 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#29428
Rarity index
81%

Reverse

Crowned shield with arms of the United Provinces divides value

Script: Latin

Lettering: 2 S

Translation: 2 Stuivers

Edge

Plain

Comment


Drawing by NumismaticaHollandia. Most examples are heavily worn or have been (incredibly) weakly struck and therefore don't show the complete design.

Above the S is a little blob, which is an error by the die engraver. Examples from 1680 also have it, they were overdates perhaps?

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Stuivers coin from the Province of Overijssel (Dutch Republic) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Dutch Republic was a powerful trading nation during the 17th century, and the production of coins like the 2 Stuivers was an important part of its economy. The coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity, and it was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the region. Despite its small denomination, the 2 Stuivers coin played a significant role in the everyday lives of people living in the Dutch Republic during this time.