Katalog
| İhraççı | Province of Utrecht (Dutch Republic) |
|---|---|
| Yıl | 1761-1776 |
| Tür | Standard circulation coin |
| Değer | 1/2 Ducaton |
| Para birimi | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Bileşim | Silver (.941) |
| Ağırlık | 16.39 g |
| Çap | 36 mm |
| Kalınlık | |
| Şekil | Round |
| Teknik | Milled |
| Yönlendirme | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Gravürcü(ler) | |
| Dolaşımda olduğu yıl | |
| Referans(lar) | KM#115.2 , Delmonte S#1055 , HPM#Ut 60 , Ver#564 |
| Ön yüz açıklaması | Armored knight brandishing sword with right hand, on charging horse to right above arms of Utrecht. |
|---|---|
| Ön yüz yazısı | Latin |
| Ön yüz lejandı |
MO : NO : ARG : CON FŒ : BELG : PRO : TRAI · (Translation: New silver coinage of the United Provinces of the Netherlands, Province Utrecht) |
| Arka yüz açıklaması | Coat of arms of United Provinces, supported by two standing crowned lions, date below in cartouche. Small Utrecht city arms begins legend. |
| Arka yüz yazısı | Latin |
| Arka yüz lejandı |
CONCORDIA RES PARVÆ CRESCUNT. ⬕ 1786 (Translation: With Harmony Small Things Grow) |
| Kenar | Flowered |
| Darphane |
⬕ Royal Dutch Mint (Koninklijke Nederlandse Munt), Utrecht, Netherlands (1010-date) |
| Basma adedi |
1761 ⬕ - - 1762 ⬕ - - 1763 ⬕ - overdate variety 1763/62 exists - 1764 ⬕ - - 1765 ⬕ - - 1766 ⬕ - - 1767 ⬕ - - 1768 ⬕ - - 1769 ⬕ - - 1770 ⬕ - - 1771 ⬕ - - 1772 ⬕ - - 1773 ⬕ - - 1774 ⬕ - - 1775 ⬕ - - 1776 ⬕ - - |
| Numisquare Kimliği | 1141455350 |
| Ek bilgiler |
Historical Context: This 1/2 Ducaton, or "1/2 Zilveren Rijder," was issued by the Province of Utrecht within the Dutch Republic from 1761-1776. This period marks the Republic's twilight, preceding major political upheaval. Despite shifting global power, the Republic remained a significant economic force, its large silver coinage crucial for international trade. Provincial issuance underscored the decentralized federal structure, where Utrecht maintained substantial monetary autonomy.
Artistry: The design adheres to "Zilveren Rijder" iconography: a knight on horseback, a common European motif for strength. The obverse features Utrecht's crowned provincial arms, signifying local authority. While a specific engraver is often unrecorded, the style reflects late Baroque numismatic art, prioritizing robust forms and clear, functional details. A key artistic and security feature is the "flowered edge," an intricate anti-clipping device adding decorative complexity.
Technical/Grading: Key high-points for grading include the obverse crown details and shield top. On the reverse, focus on the knight's helmet, the horse's head, and its rump/forelegs. Given the large flan and 18th-century striking, central weakness or opposing strike imperfections from uneven die pressure are common. Planchet quality varies; minor laminations or adjustment marks are typical. The clarity and completeness of the distinctive flowered edge are paramount for assessing strike and originality.