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© Schulman auction house
Duit Piedfort
1663 year| Copper | 5.42 g | - |
| Issuer | region of West Friesland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1663 |
| Value | 1 Duit (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.42 g |
| Shape | Square with rounded corners |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#362138 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of West Friesland
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEVS· FORTI· ET· SP· NOS
Unabridged legend: Deus Fortitudo et Spes Nostra
Translation: The Lord is Our Strength and Hope
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin Duit (Piedfort) 1663 from the region of West Friesland (Dutch Republic) made of Copper weighing 5.42 g is that it features a unique design, showcasing the coat of arms of the city of Hoorn, which was an important trading center in the Dutch Republic during the 17th century. The coin's design also includes an image of a horn, which is a reference to the city's name and its history as a center for trade and commerce. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its unique design makes it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
