2 Stuivers 1614-1714 front 2 Stuivers 1614-1714 back
2 Stuivers 1614-1714 photo
Obverse © Friesland, 2 Stuivers 1682, Obverse – Reverse © Friesland, 2 Stuivers 1682, Reverse

2 Stuivers

 
Silver (.583) 1.7 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Province of Friesland (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1614-1714
Value
2 Stuivers (⅒)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver (.583)
Weight
1.7 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#70806
Rarity index
73%

Reverse

Crowned rampant lion left, holding sword and bundle of arrows, dividing denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering: 2 S

Comment

Krause divides into these subtypes"
- Lion mintmark 1614-1673 (KM#32.2)
- Lion between rosettes 1675-1714 (KM#32.3)

Interesting fact

The 2 Stuivers coin from the Province of Friesland (Dutch Republic) was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions and had a unique design that reflected the region's cultural and historical significance.