6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" (Gold) 1672-1673 front 6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" (Gold) 1672-1673 back
6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" (Gold) 1672-1673 photo
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6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" Gold

 
Gold 8.97 g -
Description
Issuer
Province of Groningen and the Ommelanden (Dutch Republic)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1672-1673
Value
6 Stuivers (0.3)
Currency
Gulden (1594-1795)
Composition
Gold
Weight
8.97 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#371478
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering: ADIVVANTE · DEO · 1673 ·

Translation: With God's help

Comment

Though Krause classifies these types as patterns, they are considered in other catalogs to be off-metal strikes in gold that were used as presentation pieces.

Interesting fact

The 6 Stivers "Rijderschelling" gold coin from the Province of Groningen and the Ommelanden (Dutch Republic) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued in 1672-1673, a period when the Dutch Republic was experiencing significant economic growth and political stability, which led to an increase in trade and commerce. The coin's design, which features a knight on horseback, symbolizes the region's military strength and power during this time. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold and weighs 8.97 grams makes it a valuable and rare collector's item.