Ducat

Emisor Overijssel, Province of
Año 1733-1748
Tipo Standard circulation coin
Valor 1 Ducat
Moneda Gulden (1581-1795)
Composición Gold (.986)
Peso 3.5 g
Diámetro
Grosor
Forma Round (irregular)
Técnica Hammered
Orientación
Grabador(es)
En circulación hasta
Referencia(s) CNM#2.38.53, KM#82, Delmonte G#1056
Descripción del anverso Armored knight standing to right, dividing date, holding sword in right hand and bundle of arrows in left hand.
Escritura del anverso Latin
Leyenda del anverso CONC RES PAR CRESC TRANSI 17 38
(Translation: Unity makes strength. Overijssel)
Descripción del reverso Inscription in five lines on a square tablet, rosette in small shield below.
Escritura del reverso Latin
Leyenda del reverso MO AVR PROVIN CONFOE BELG AD LEG IMP
(Translation: Coinage of the United Provinces of the Netherlands issued in accordance with the law)
Canto
Casa de moneda
Tirada 1733 - - 46 830
1738 - - 62 720
1748 - - 34 930
ID de Numisquare 1153759970
Información adicional

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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