Ducat

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

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