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6 Stuivers "Rijderschelling"
| Silver (.583) | 4.95 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | City of Deventer (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1683-1691 |
| Value | 6 Stuivers (3⁄10) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.583) |
| Weight | 4.95 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#90837 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 65% |
Reverse
Armored knight brandishing sword in right hand, on horse charging right
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA RES PARVAE CRESCVNT
Translation:
Concordance makes small things grow
(Unity is strength)
Comment
Rijderschelling (Rider Shilling) is the common name for this type of 6 stuiver coins, which were never legal tender in Holland (province)
There is no mintmark, only a mintmastermark of Pieter Sluijsken (1682-1711) which is a sitting dog.
Shield without ornaments: 
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Stuivers "Rijderschelling" coin from the City of Deventer (Dutch Republic) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Dutch Republic was a powerful trading nation during the 17th and 18th centuries, and the production of coins like the 6 Stuivers "Rijderschelling" reflects the growing wealth and influence of the region during this time. The coin's design, which features a horseman on one side and a shield with the city's coat of arms on the other, is also notable for its unique blend of medieval and Renaissance styles. Overall, the 6 Stuivers "Rijderschelling" is a fascinating piece of numismatic history that offers a glimpse into the economic and cultural developments of the Dutch Republic during this period.
