6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" 1671-1677 front 6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" 1671-1677 back
6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" 1671-1677 photo
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6 Stivers "Rijderschelling"

 
Silver (.583) 4.95 g -
Description
Issuer
Province of Groningen and the Ommelanden (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1671-1677
Value
6 Stuivers (0.3)
Currency
Gulden (1594-1795)
Composition
Silver (.583)
Weight
4.95 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#323596
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Armored knight brandishing sword in right hand, on horse charging right. Date at end of legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: · ADIUVANTE · DEO · 1673 ·

Translation: With God's help

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" coin from the Province of Groningen and the Ommelanden (Dutch Republic) is that it was used as a means of payment for the rent of a horse. The name "Rijderschelling" literally translates to "horseman's shilling" in English, reflecting its intended use as a form of currency for horse rentals.