© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
3 Plakken
1556 year| Copper | 0.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Imperial Cities of Deventer, Kampen, Zwolle (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1556 |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#331269 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriate cross with tulips at tips dividing inner circle and legend, rosette in each corner and 3 in center
Script: Latin
Lettering: TRIVM CIVITA IMPERIAL 56
Unabridged legend: Trium civitatum imperialium 1556
Translation: Trio of imperial cities ... 1556
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 3 Plakken 1556 from Imperial Cities of Deventer, Kampen, Zwolle (Dutch States) made of Copper weighing 0.8 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Dutch States. The coin was issued in the mid-16th century, a period of rapid urbanization and trade expansion in the region. The coin's design, featuring the three cities' coats of arms, symbolizes the unity and cooperation among the cities and their commitment to facilitating commerce and trade. Despite its small size and relatively low value, this coin is a significant artifact of Dutch history and a testament to the region's early economic development.