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6 Stivers "Scheepjesschelling" gold
| Gold (.917) | 7 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Utrecht (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1740-1794 |
| Value | 6 Stuivers (3⁄10) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#47588 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Three mast ship sailing to right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA RES PARVÆ CRESCUNT ·
Translation: Unity makes strength
Comment
This coin is most likely a proof issue made for officials of the mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Stivers "Scheepjesschelling" gold coin from the Province of Utrecht (Dutch Republic) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued between 1740 and 1794, a period that saw the Dutch Republic become a major maritime and trading power, as well as experience significant political upheaval, including the Fourth Anglo-Dutch War and the French Revolution. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a popular and trusted form of currency among merchants and traders, and its gold content and intricate design made it a symbol of wealth and prosperity.
