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Silver Ducat Piedfort of double weight
| Silver | 57.55 g | - |
| Issuer | region of West Friesland (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1693-1694 |
| Value | Silver Ducat (Rijksdaalder) |
| Currency | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 57.55 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#353134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of the United Provinces, dividing date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIA RES PARVAE CRESCUNT
16 94
Translation: With harmony small things grow
Interesting fact
The Silver Ducat (Piedfort of double weight) from West Friesland (Dutch Republic) weighs 57.55g, which is unusual for a standard circulation coin, as most coins of that time and region were made of copper or other base metals.
