© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Ducaton "Silver Rider" Piedfort, Amsterdam
| Silver | 65 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1672-1673 |
| Value | 1 Ducaton (3) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 65 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#324533 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of the United Provinces, supported by a crowned lion on each side, shield with city arms of Amsterdam below, and date at top at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA RES PARVÆ CRESCUNT · 1673
Translation: Unity makes strength
Interesting fact
The "Silver Rider" Ducaton coin from the Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) is interesting because it features a unique design element - a small silver horse on the reverse side, which gives the coin its name. This design was meant to symbolize the prosperity and wealth of the Dutch Republic during that time.
