© Numis.be - Joselito Eeckhout
© Numis.be - Joselito Eeckhout
Ducaton "Silver Rider" early type
| Silver (.941) | 32.8 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1659-1668 |
| Value | Silver Ducat (Rijksdaalder) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.941) |
| Weight | 32.8 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#324481 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of the United Provinces, supported by a crowned lion on each side, within dotted inner circle. Date at end of legend, at top
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA · RES · PARVÆ · CRESCUNT · 1660 ·
Translation: Unity makes strength
Comment
The earliest ducaton type, (known as zilveren rijder in Dutch) followed by several others (see links)Interesting fact
The "Silver Rider" Ducaton coin from the Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) has a unique feature - it has a small horseback rider on the reverse side, which is why it's called the "Silver Rider."
