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6 Stivers "Rijderschelling"
| Silver (.583) | 4.95 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | City of Groningen (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1690-1692 |
| Value | 6 Stuivers (3⁄10) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.583) |
| Weight | 4.95 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#405333 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Knight on horseback right, brandishing sword. Privy mark (siren) at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA RES · PARVAE · CRESCUNT ·
Translation: With harmony, small things grow.
Comment
KM catalog incorrectly gives a later date for this type.
Interesting fact
The 6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" coin from the City of Groningen (Dutch Republic) is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during a time when the Dutch Republic was experiencing significant economic growth and trade expansion. The coin's silver content and weight also make it a unique and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
