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Rijksdaalder "Leicesterrijksdaalder" 7 Provinces
| Silver (.889) | 29.24 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Province of Zeeland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1595-1597 |
| Value | 1 Rijksdaalder (2.5) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.889) |
| Weight | 29.24 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#270955 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Garnished shield with the arms of the 7 provinces, date above, within dotted circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
x MO · ORD · PROVIN · FOED · BELG · AD · LEG · IMP
· 1597 ·
Unabridged legend: Moneta ordinum provinciarum foederatorum Belgii ad legem imperii
Translation: Coin of the United Provinces of the Netherlands issued by imperial decree
Interesting fact
The Rijksdaalder "Leicesterrijksdaalder" (7 Provinces) 1595-1597 from Province of Zeeland (Dutch Republic) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Dutch Republic. The coin was introduced as a new standardized currency to replace the various local currencies that were in use across the different provinces, and it featured an image of a lion on one side and the coat of arms of the seven provinces on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting was also significant, as it reflected the growing wealth and influence of the Dutch Republic in global trade and commerce.
