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Duit

 
Copper 2.8 g 21.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Province of Gelderland (Dutch Republic)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1758-1768
Value
1 Duit = ⅛ Stuiver = 1⁄160 Gulden
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.8 g
Diameter
21.5 mm
Thickness
0.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#28079
Rarity index
24%

Reverse

Crowned shield with Gelderland arms

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN DEO. EST. SPES NOSTRA

Translation: In God is Our Trust

Edge

Plain

Comment

This type was also struck in silver (see link below).

Interesting fact

The Duit coin from the Province of Gelderland (Dutch Republic) made of Copper weighing 2.8g has an interesting fact that it was used as a currency during a time of great economic change in the region. The coin was introduced in 1758 and was used until 1768, a period that saw significant economic growth and development in the Dutch Republic. The coin's design featured the image of a lion, which symbolized strength and power, and was a popular motif in Dutch art and architecture at the time. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Duit coin played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce during this period of economic transformation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1759  - - - - - -
1765  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Duit 1758-1768 coin.