© Kees van der Beek
© Kees van der Beek
Duit
| Copper | 3.84 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Overijssel (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1753-1754 |
| Value | 1 Duit (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.84 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#18702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with Overijssel arms, inside inner circle
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIGILATE· ET ORATE·
Translation: Watch and pray
Engraver: Coenraad Hendrik Cramer
Interesting fact
The Duit 1753-1754 coin from the Province of Overijssel (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. This feature was known as a "plug" or "stopper," and it was used to ensure that the coin was made of pure copper and not a counterfeit. This feature is quite rare in coins from that time period, making it a valuable and interesting collector's item.
