Daalder "Arendrijksdaalder" - Matthias I 1613-1620 (1612-1620) front Daalder "Arendrijksdaalder" - Matthias I 1613-1620 (1612-1620) back
Daalder "Arendrijksdaalder" - Matthias I 1613-1620 (1612-1620) photo
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Daalder "Arendrijksdaalder" - Matthias I

 
Silver 28.2 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Zwolle (Dutch States)
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1613-1620 (1612-1620)
Value
1 Thaler (Daalder)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.2 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#329041
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned two-headed imperial eagle with orb on chest, within beaded inner circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MATTH · I · D · G · RO · IMP · SEM · AVGVS ·

Unabridged legend: Matthias I dei gratia Romanorum imperator semper augustus

Translation: Matthias I, by God's grace ever-exalted Emperor of the Romans

Interesting fact

The "Arendrijksdaalder" coin from the City of Zwolle (Dutch States) has a unique feature - it has a hole in the center, which was used to thread a cord or chain through, allowing it to be worn as a pendant or amulet. This practice was common in the 17th century, and it symbolized the owner's wealth and status.