6 Stuivers "Roosschelling" 1601-1653 front 6 Stuivers "Roosschelling" 1601-1653 back
6 Stuivers "Roosschelling" 1601-1653 photo
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6 Stuivers "Roosschelling"

 
Silver (.583) 5.27 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Province of Zeeland (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1601-1653
Value
6 Stuivers (0.3)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver (.583)
Weight
5.27 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#327952
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Ornate cross with small emblem of Zeeland in center. Castle mint mark at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LUCTOR · ET · EMERGO ·

Translation: I struggle and emerge

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Stuivers "Roosschelling" coin from the Province of Zeeland (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 century, and the province of Zeeland was an important center for trade and commerce. The coin's design, which features a lion and a shield with the Zeeland coat of arms, reflects the region's pride in its economic and political prosperity. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity, demonstrating the attention to detail and craftsmanship of the minting process during this time period.