3 Gulden "Driegulden"
1794 year| Silver (.920) | 31.42 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Netherlands West Indies (Netherlands Antilles) |
|---|---|
| Period | Dutch Republic (1675-1795) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1794 |
| Value | 3 Gulden |
| Currency | Gulden (1675-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.920) |
| Weight | 31.42 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#42460 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
The Dutch Virgin with a spear in her right hand on which is a Cap of Liberty and her left arm on the Bible, which is on an ornamented pillar. Year below. Text in Latin surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HAC NITIMVR HANC TVEMVR
1794
Translation: On her we lean, her we protect
Edge
Cabled
Comment
In 1792 the Directorate of the West Indies requested the king to have coins struck as was done for the East Indies. With resolution 31-12-1793 this request was permitted.
The intention was to put these coins into circulation for an extra of 20%, although it is uncertain if this was actually done. It is certain that 200 of these 3 Gulden coins were shipped to Gold Coast (nowadays Guinea).
Interesting fact
The 3 Gulden "Driegulden" coin from the Netherlands West Indies (Netherlands Antilles) was used as a currency in the Dutch colonies in the Caribbean, specifically in the islands of Curaçao, Sint Maarten, and Bonaire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1794 | 1226 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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