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Ducaton "Silver Rider"
| Silver (.941) | 32.15 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1672-1721 |
| Value | 1 Ducaton (3) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.941) |
| Weight | 32.15 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#71043 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of the United Provinces, supported by a crowned lion on each side, date at below shield in cartouche
Script: Latin
Lettering: ❀ CONCORDIA RES PARVÆ CRESCUNT ·
Translation: Unity makes strength
Comment
Known as a zilveren rijder (Dutch).Earlier types and patterns struck in gold in the same dies are also in the catalog (see links)
Interesting fact
The Ducaton "Silver Rider" coin from the Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) is interesting because it was used as a means of payment for Dutch colonists in the East Indies, specifically in the Dutch East Indies (present-day Indonesia). This coin was also used as a medium of exchange for the Dutch East India Company, which was a powerful trading company that played a significant role in the Dutch colonization of the East Indies.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1721 | 9332 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Ducaton "Silver Rider" 1672-1721 coin.
