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Rose Noble Countermarked on English noble ND
1590 year| Gold | 7.56 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | City of Groningen (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1590 |
| Value | 1 Rose noble (Rozenobel) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.56 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#334364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rose over sun with fleurs, crowns, and lions, large fleurs in spandrels.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: IhC’ · ΛVT’ · TRΛnSIЄnS · PER · mЄDIVm · ILLORVm : I · BΛT
Lettering (regular font): IHC’ · ΛVT’ · TRΛNSIЄNS · PER · MЄDIVM · ILLORVM : I · BΛT
Translation: But Jesus passing through their midst went on His way
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Rose Noble coin is that it was countermarked on an English noble, indicating that it was issued by the City of Groningen in the Dutch Republic as a form of currency that was valid for trade and commerce. This highlights the coin's historical significance as a symbol of economic exchange and cooperation between different regions and nations.
