© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
Florin with counterstamp - Ferdinand II
| Silver (.673) | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Nijmegen (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1685-1686 |
| Value | 1 Silver Florin (7⁄5) |
| Currency | Silver Gulden (1560-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.673) |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#320206 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms in cartouche, abbreviated year above open crown, value below shield
Script: Latin
Lettering: FLOR · ARG · CIV · NOVIOMAG
Unabridged legend: Florinus argentea citvitatis Noviomagus
Translation: Silver florin of the city of Nijmegen
Comment
The counterstamp with the bundle of arrows was used to signify the validity of florins (Klop A19) in the RepublicInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Dutch States, as the country was fighting a war against France and struggling with internal political conflicts. Despite these challenges, the coin still features a beautiful design and is a testament to the craftsmanship of the time.
