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6 Stuiver / 1½ Fanam ND
| Silver | 1.06 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972) |
|---|---|
| Period | Dutch occupation (1640-1802) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1658-1796 |
| Value | 6 Stuiver |
| Currency | Stuiver (1660-1796) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.06 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#145017 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in Sri Lanka during the Dutch colonial period, and it features a unique blend of Dutch and Sinhalese designs on its obverse and reverse sides, reflecting the cultural exchange and influence of the time.
