6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" 1681-1682 front 6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" 1681-1682 back
6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" 1681-1682 photo
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6 Stivers "Rijderschelling"

 
Silver 4.95 g -
Description
Issuer
Province of Gelderland (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1681-1682
Value
6 Stuivers (0.3)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.95 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#323146
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Knight on horseback, to right, brandishing sword, inside circle. Date at end of legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONCORDIA RES PARVÆ CRESCVNT 1681

Translation: Unity makes strength

Comment

Later type (see link) has no inner circle, date on obverse, and different obverse legend

Interesting fact

The "Rijderschelling" coin was used as a form of currency in the Dutch Republic during a time when the country was experiencing significant economic growth and cultural development. The coin's design features a horseman on one side and a shield with the Gelderland coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the province's rich history and cultural heritage.