Daalder "Nederlandse Rijksdaalder" 1606-1651 front Daalder "Nederlandse Rijksdaalder" 1606-1651 back
Daalder "Nederlandse Rijksdaalder" 1606-1651 photo
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Daalder "Nederlandse Rijksdaalder"

 
Silver (.885) 29.03 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Province of Overijssel (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1606-1651
Value
1 Thaler (Daalder)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver (.885)
Weight
29.03 g
Diameter
42 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#42998
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Crowned shield with arms of the United Provinces dividing date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
❀ CONCORDIA · RES · PARVÆ · CRESCUNT

1620

Translation: Unity makes strength

Comment

Obverse legend ends in TRANS or TRANSI

A variety exists for 1620 with legend ending TRANS BELG

Interesting fact

The Dutch Republic's "Nederlandse Rijksdaalder" coin, produced between 1606 and 1651, has an interesting feature. The coin's design includes a unique combination of Christian and pagan elements. The obverse side bears the image of a knight carrying a shield with the Dutch Republic's coat of arms, while the reverse side features an image of the Roman goddess of fortune, Fortuna, surrounded by the Latin phrase "Felicitas Publica" (public happiness). This blending of religious and mythological symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Dutch Republic during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1620  - - - - - -

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