Katalog
| Emittent | Overijssel, Province of |
|---|---|
| Jahr | 1733-1748 |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Nennwert | 1 Ducat |
| Währung | Gulden (1581-1795) |
| Material | Gold (.986) |
| Gewicht | 3.5 g |
| Durchmesser | |
| Dicke | |
| Form | Round (irregular) |
| Prägetechnik | Hammered |
| Ausrichtung | |
| Stempelschneider | |
| Im Umlauf bis | |
| Referenz(en) | CNM#2.38.53, KM#82, Delmonte G#1056 |
| Aversbeschreibung | Armored knight standing to right, dividing date, holding sword in right hand and bundle of arrows in left hand. |
|---|---|
| Aversschrift | Latin |
| Averslegende |
CONC RES PAR CRESC TRANSI 17 38 (Translation: Unity makes strength. Overijssel) |
| Reversbeschreibung | Inscription in five lines on a square tablet, rosette in small shield below. |
| Reversschrift | Latin |
| Reverslegende |
MO AVR PROVIN CONFOE BELG AD LEG IMP (Translation: Coinage of the United Provinces of the Netherlands issued in accordance with the law) |
| Rand | |
| Prägestätte | |
| Auflage |
1733 - - 46 830 1738 - - 62 720 1748 - - 34 930 |
| Numisquare-ID | 1153759970 |
| Zusätzliche Informationen |
Historical Context: The Overijssel Ducat (1733-1748) emerged during the Dutch Republic's Second Stadtholderless Period (1702-1747), when provinces like Overijssel exercised autonomy. This .986 fine, 3.5-gram gold ducat served as a vital international trade coin, reflecting the Republic's influence. Its consistent production underscored provincial sovereign coining rights within the federal structure, amidst European flux.
Artistry: The ducat adheres to the standard Dutch provincial design. The obverse depicts an armored knight, holding a sword and a bundle of seven arrows, symbolizing the United Provinces. Engravers are rarely specified; its style is clear and