© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Duit
| Copper | 3.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Gelderland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1739-1752 |
| Value | 1 Duit (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#51358 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with Gelderland arms
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN · DEO SP NOS
Unabridged legend: In deo est spes nostra
Translation: In God is our hope
Interesting fact
The Duit coin from the Province of Gelderland (Dutch Republic) made of Copper weighing 3.2g has an interesting fact that it was used as a currency during a time when the Dutch Republic was experiencing significant economic growth and trade expansion, particularly in the East Indies. This coin was used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of the prosperity and wealth of the Dutch Republic during that time.
