Ducaton "Silver Rider" (Piedfort of 3/2 weight) 1776 front Ducaton "Silver Rider" (Piedfort of 3/2 weight) 1776 back
Ducaton "Silver Rider" (Piedfort of 3/2 weight) 1776 photo
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Ducaton "Silver Rider" Piedfort of 3/2 weight

1776 year
Silver 48.72 g -
Description
Issuer
Province of Utrecht (Dutch Republic)
Issuing entity
Wintrius
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1776
Value
1 Ducaton (3)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Silver
Weight
48.72 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#353118
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms of the United Provinces, with lion supporters, date in cartouche below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONCORDIA RES PARVÆ CRESCUNT.

Unabridged legend: Concordia Res Parvae Crescunt

Translation: With harmony, small things grow.

Interesting fact

The "Silver Rider" Ducaton coin from the Province of Utrecht (Dutch Republic) has a unique feature - it has a raised rim, which was a distinctive feature of coins minted in the Dutch Republic during that time period.