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Gulden
| Silver | 10.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1681-1682 |
| Value | 1 Gulden |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#54023 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standing female figure leaning on Bible on column, holding spear with Liberty cap
Script: Latin
Lettering: HAC NITIMVR HANC TVEMVR
Translation: On her we lean, her we protect
Comment
Varieties:Three subtypes exist:
- Value written 1 G (1681, 1682)
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- Value written G 1 (1681, main photos)
- No value in field (1681)
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Interesting fact
The Gulden coin from the Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) made of Silver weighing 10.4g has an interesting fact that it was used as a currency during the Dutch Golden Age, a period of great economic, scientific, and cultural prosperity in the Netherlands. This coin was used in trade and commerce, and its design and weight were standardized to ensure consistency and trustworthiness in transactions. The fact that it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, also added to its value and reliability as a medium of exchange.
