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Stuiver "Woechey" - Arnold van Egmond ND
| Silver | 2.65 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Guelders (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Arnold (1423-1465, 1471-1473) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1423-1473 |
| Value | 1 Patard (Stuiver) (2) |
| Currency | Groot (1046-1506) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.65 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#318032 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Long footed cross, small coat of arms of Gelre in the centre, initials of the major cities in the corners
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
✠ MONETA : NOVA : GELRENSIS :
A N R S
Lettering (regular font):
✠ MONETA : NOVA : GELRENSIS :
A N R S
Unabridged legend: Arnhem Nijmegen Roermond Sutphen
Translation: New Money of Guelders
Comment
This coin is also referred to as a double Groot (Dutch: Dubbele Groot).In Dutch Jülich is translated to 'Gulik'.
Van de Chijs states the weight of this coin as 3 'wichtjes', which translates to 3 x 1 gram = 3 gram.
Coat of arms of Gelre (Source: Wikipedia)
Interesting fact
The Stuiver "Woechey" coin from the Duchy of Guelders features an interesting legend on its reverse side. The legend reads "Woechey" which means "woe is me" in Dutch, and it is believed to have been minted during a time of economic hardship in the region. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the economic struggles of the past and serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible financial management.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1423-1473) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Stuiver "Woechey" - Arnold van Egmond ND (1423-1473) coin.
