Stuiver "Bezemstuiver" (Gold) 1738-1773 front Stuiver "Bezemstuiver" (Gold) 1738-1773 back
Stuiver "Bezemstuiver" (Gold) 1738-1773 photo
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Stuiver "Bezemstuiver" Gold

 
Gold (.917) 1.75 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Province of Holland (Dutch Republic)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1738-1773
Value
1 Stuiver (1⁄20)
Currency
Gulden (1581-1795)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
1.75 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#59604
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Bundle of bound arrows dividing the value, surrounded by wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering: I S

Unabridged legend: 1 Stuiver

Comment

This coin is in Dutch referred to as "Pijlstuiver" (Arrow stuiver) or "Bezemstuiver" (Broom stuiver).
It is not mentioned in the Muntalmanak 2006.

Interesting fact

The Stuiver "Bezemstuiver" (Gold) 1738-1773 from Province of Holland (Dutch Republic) is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted with a unique "bezem" (or "broom") design on the reverse side, which was meant to symbolize the sweeping away of old currencies and the introduction of a new, more stable currency system. This design feature makes the coin particularly sought after by collectors and numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1738  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stuiver "Bezemstuiver" (Gold) 1738-1773 coin.