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28 Stuivers / Florin
| Silver (.673) | 19.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Province of Groningen and the Ommelanden (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1690-1692 |
| Value | 28 Stuivers (7⁄5) |
| Currency | Gulden (1594-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.673) |
| Weight | 19.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#53908 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Imperial two-headed eagle inside circle, crown above
Script: Latin
Lettering: SIT · NOMEN · DOMINI · BENEDICTVM
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord
Interesting 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 1690s saw the country undergoing a process of rapid urbanization and industrialization, which led to an increased demand for currency. As a result, the minting of coins like the 28 Stuivers / Florin became more common, and they played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce during this period.
