© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
3 Plak "Reaaltje"
1582 year| Billon | 1.0 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Zutphen (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1582 |
| Value | 3 Plak (3⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1506-1581) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.0 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#374039 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Three coats of arms (province Gelderland, county Zutphen, city Zutphen) with rose in the middle. Beaded circle surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FATA ⋆ VIAM ⋆ INVENIENT 8Z
Translation: Fates will find a way
Comment
Example of undated variant:© Jean Elsen et Ses Fils
Coats of arms of province Gelderland, county Zutphen and city Zutphen (Source: Wikipedia)
Interesting fact
The "Reaaltje" coin from the City of Zutphen (Dutch States) is interesting because it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that was commonly used in the 16th century for coins, but is no longer used today. Billon is an alloy of silver and copper, and it was prized for its durability and resistance to wear and tear. The fact that this coin was made of Billon suggests that it was a well-crafted and durable coin for its time.
