© Schulman auction house
© Schulman auction house
Hoedjesschelling Gold, struck to multiple ducat weights
| Gold | 6.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Province of Zeeland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1681-1745 |
| Value | 1 Schelling (3⁄10) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.8 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#327730 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Reclining lion holding spear with Liberty cap on tip. Mintmark (castle) at end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: · ITA · RELINQVENDA · UT · ACCEPTA ·
Translation: Leave it as you found it
Comment
The gold hoedjesschelling was struck in different weights:- 6.8 grams (equivalent of 2 gold ducats); KM#50a
10.2 grams (equivalent of 3 gold ducats); KM unlisted, Delmonte #906 (main photos)
17 grams (equivalent of 5 gold ducats); KM#50
Interesting fact
The Hoedjesschelling coin from the Province of Zeeland (Dutch Republic) is interesting because it was made of gold and had multiple ducat weights, which was unusual for a standard circulation coin.
