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© Schulman auction house
3 Gulden Provincial arms
| Silver (.920) | 31.82 g | - |
| Issuer | Province of Gelderland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1682-1694 |
| Value | 3 Gulden |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.920) |
| Weight | 31.82 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#319708 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standing female figure leaning on bible on column, holding a spear with liberty cap
Script: Latin
Lettering: HAC : NITIMVR HANC : TVEMVR
Translation: On her we lean, her we protect
Comment
Varieties:For the dates 1682 and 1687, the crown divides the date (CNM 2.17.140, KM#56.1):
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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 17th century was a period of rapid economic growth and trade expansion for the Dutch, and coins like this one were used to facilitate transactions and commerce. Additionally, the Provincial arms on the coin highlight the importance of the provincial governments in the Dutch Republic, and how they played a significant role in the minting and distribution of currency.
