Florijn or 28 Stuivers - Matthias I (Kampen) 1618-1619 (1612-1619) front Florijn or 28 Stuivers - Matthias I (Kampen) 1618-1619 (1612-1619) back
Florijn or 28 Stuivers - Matthias I (Kampen) 1618-1619 (1612-1619) photo
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Florijn or 28 Stuivers - Matthias I Kampen

 
Silver (.673) 20.51 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Kampen (Dutch States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1618-1619 (1612-1619)
Value
28 Stuivers (7⁄5)
Currency
Gulden (1590-1795)
Composition
Silver (.673)
Weight
20.51 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#50993
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Crowned double-headed imperial eagle within circle, titles of Matthias

Script: Latin

Lettering: .MATTH.I.DG.RO.IMP.SEM.AVGV.

Translation: Matthias I, by God's grace ever-exalted Emperor of the Romans

Comment

Minted during the reign of Mathias I (1611-1619)
Mint mark: Rosette.

Example showing date of 1618 above crown:

c Savoca Numismatics

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Dutch States. The coin was issued in 1618-1619, during the reign of Matthias I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor at the time. This was a period of significant trade and commerce in the region, and the coin was likely used extensively in everyday transactions. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated, reflecting the importance of maintaining a stable and reliable currency during this time.