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Duit
| Copper | 1.9 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1626-1627 |
| Value | 1 Duit (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#119361 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Dutch maiden sitting in an enclosed garden, right arm raised.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ❀ · AVX · NOS · IN · NOM · DOM ·
Unabridged legend: Auxilium nostrum in nomine Domini.
Translation: Our help is in the name of the Lord
Interesting fact
The Duit 1626-1627 coin from the Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) was made of copper, which was a common material for coins at that time. However, what's interesting is that the coin was designed with a unique feature - it has a hole in the center, which was used as a way to test its authenticity. The hole was made by punching a small hole in the coin using a special tool, and it was believed that only authentic coins would have this hole in the exact center. This feature was used to prevent counterfeiting and ensure the coin's value.
