© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Silver Ducat Gold, 10 ducat weight
1687 year| Gold | 34.28 g | - |
| Issuer | Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1687 |
| Value | Silver Ducat (Rijksdaalder) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 34.28 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#421615 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with arms of The United Provinces, dividing date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIA RES PARVӔ CRESCUNT
16 87
Translation: Unity makes strength
Comment
Likely an off-metal strike of the silver ducat, struck to a weight of 10 ducats.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Silver Ducat (Gold, 10 ducat weight) 1687 from Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) is that it was minted during a time when the Dutch Republic was experiencing significant economic growth and prosperity, particularly in the province of Holland. This coin was likely used as a means of facilitating trade and commerce, and its value would have been equivalent to a significant amount of money at the time. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold and weighs 34.28 grams suggests that it was a high-value coin, likely used for large transactions or as a store of value.
