Ducaton 1673 front Ducaton 1673 back
Ducaton 1673 photo
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Ducaton

1673 year
Silver (.940) 32.56 g -
Description
Issuer
region of West Friesland (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1673
Value
1 Ducaton (3)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver (.940)
Weight
32.56 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#118957
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms of the United Provinces supported by two lions. Arms of Enkhuizen, depicting three herring, in cartouche below. Date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONCORDIA - RES PARVӔ - CRESCVNT * 1673

Edge

Lettered

Script: Latin

Lettering: GEEFT ONS VREEDE HEERE IN ONSE DAGEN

Comment

Struck at the private mint of Dirk Bosch in Enkhuizen.

Interesting fact

The Ducaton 1673 was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Dutch Republic. The coin's design features a portrait of Stadtholder William III, who played a significant role in the Glorious Revolution of 1688 and later became King William III of England. This coin is a rare example of a Ducaton from this region and time period, making it highly sought after by collectors.