Daalder "Leeuwendaalder" 1606-1701 front Daalder "Leeuwendaalder" 1606-1701 back
Daalder "Leeuwendaalder" 1606-1701 photo
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Daalder "Leeuwendaalder"

 
Silver (.750) 27.7 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Province of Overijssel (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1606-1701
Value
1 Thaler (Daalder)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver (.750)
Weight
27.7 g
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#114352
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Rampant lion facing left, within inner circle

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONFIDENS · DNO · NON · MOVETVR · 1617

Unabridged legend: Confidens domino non movetur

Translation: He who trusts in the Lord is unwavering

Comment

From 1675, the plume or feather on the knight's helmet is removed, and the date reverse is divided by a star (CNM 2.38.65, Delmonte 856b, KM#42.1):

© Jean Elsen et Ses Fils

Interesting fact

The "Leeuwendaalder" coin from the Province of Overijssel (Dutch Republic) 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.