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2 Stuivers
| Silver (.583) | 1.73 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | City of Kampen (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1677-1681 |
| Value | 2 Stuivers (0.1) |
| Currency | Gulden (1590-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.583) |
| Weight | 1.73 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#49821 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Crowned rampant lion left holding sword and bundle of arrows, dividing value
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2 S
Translation: 2 Stuivers
Interesting fact
The 2 Stuivers coin from the City of Kampen (Dutch States) made of Silver (.583) weighing 1.73 g is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the Netherlands. The coin was minted during the Dutch Golden Age, a period of prosperity and cultural flowering in the 17th century. The coin's design, featuring the city's coat of arms and a portrait of the Dutch Stadtholder, William III, reflects the political and cultural influences of the time. Additionally, the use of silver as the material for the coin reflects the importance of trade and commerce in the Dutch economy during this period.
