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Duit
1592 (1591-1592) years| Copper | - | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Friesland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1592 (1591-1592) |
| Value | 1 Duit (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | 1 October 1822 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#134411 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with Friesland arms
Script: Latin
Lettering: NISI · DOMINVS · NOBISCVM
Translation: Unless God is with us
Interesting fact
The Duit 1592 coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Dutch Republic. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing demand for currency as trade and commerce expanded in the region. Despite being made of copper, the Duit 1592 coin was still considered a valuable form of currency at the time, and its design featured an image of a lion, which symbolized strength and power.