Ducaton (Amsterdam) 1672-1673 front Ducaton (Amsterdam) 1672-1673 back
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Ducaton Amsterdam

 
Silver (.941) 32.8 g -
Description
Issuer
Province of Holland (Dutch Republic)
Years
1672-1673
Value
Silver Ducat (Rijksdaalder)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver (.941)
Weight
32.8 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#324484
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms of the United Provinces, supported by a crowned lion on each side, shield with city arms of Amsterdam below in cartouche, all within dotted inner circle. Date at top.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONCORDIA · RES · PARVÆ · CRESCUNT · 1673

Translation: Unity makes strength

Comment

During the Franco-Dutch war of 1672, the mint was moved from Dordrecht to Amterdam.

A variety with obverse legend ending in HOLL ❀ is known.

Interesting fact

The Ducaton (Amsterdam) 1672-1673 from Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) is a silver coin that weighs 32.8 grams and has a silver purity of .941.