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Duit ND
| Copper | 1.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Stevensweert (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Herman Frederick of Bergh (Herman Frederik van den Bergh) (1626-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1626-1632 |
| Value | 1 Duit (Duit) (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Silver Gulden (1560-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#54455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of Bergh surrounded by wreath
Comment
The date for this type is seen variously as 1626-1632, 1626-1634, or just circa 1620.Stevensweert is located on the river Meuse and was part of the Spanish Netherlands until 1702, even though stadtholder Frederik Hendrik had conquered it in 1632. In 1633 a Spanish force retook it from the Dutch Republic.
The War of the Spanish Succession allowed the Dutch Republic to annex it. Stevensweert became officially part of the Dutch Republic in 1715.
Interesting fact
The Duit ND (1626-1632) coin from the Lordship of Stevensweert (Dutch States) made of Copper weighing 1.5g is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the Netherlands. The coin was minted during the Dutch Golden Age, a period of prosperity and cultural flourishing in the 17th century. The coin's design, featuring a simple image of a shield with a crown on top, reflects the simplicity and functionality of the time. Additionally, the use of copper as the material for the coin was a common practice during this period, as it was a readily available and affordable metal. Overall, this coin provides a glimpse into the economic and cultural landscape of the Netherlands during a significant period in its history.
