Netherlands, Holland Scheepjesschelling 1727 R
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Ship's Shilling 1727 – Holland
Republic of the United Netherlands · Dordrecht · 6 Stuivers
An exceptionally attractive silver ship's shilling from 1727, struck at Dordrecht for Holland and West Friesland. Very rare in this high and particularly appealing quality, with a powerful presence and a beautifully preserved coin portrait.
The combination of the crowned Dutch coat of arms and the characteristic three-masted ship makes the ship's shilling one of the most recognizable maritime coin types of the Republic.
Obverse
Central the crowned coat of arms of Holland, with the year 1727.
Inscription:
MO · NO · ORD · HOLL · ET · WESTFRI
Moneta Nova Ordinum Hollandiae et Westfrisiae
“New coin of the States of Holland and West-Friesland.”
Reverse
A three-masted ship under sail, sailing to the right.
Inscription:
VIGILATE DEO CONFIDENTES
“Watch, trusting in God.”
The imposing ship representation gave this beloved coin type its name: the ship's shilling.
Specifications
Province: Holland and West Friesland
Mint: Dordrecht
Year: 1727
Nominal value: 6 stuivers · 1 shilling
Type: Ship's shilling
Metal: Silver
Fineness: 583/1000
Diameter: approx. 27 mm
Edge: Plain
Rarity
Very rare in this high, attractive quality. Exactly the combination of the early date, the distinctive maritime design and the exceptional preservation makes this an example that stands out.
Historical context
The ship's shilling forms a striking symbol of eighteenth-century Holland. The provincial arms represent the authority of the States, while the three-masted ship refers to the seafaring and trade that were so decisive for Holland's position within the Republic.
An exclusive ship's shilling from 1727, with a strong historical presence and in a quality in which this type is rarely offered.
Ship's Shilling 1727 – Holland
Republic of the United Netherlands · Dordrecht · 6 Stuivers
An exceptionally attractive silver ship's shilling from 1727, struck at Dordrecht for Holland and West Friesland. Very rare in this high and particularly appealing quality, with a powerful presence and a beautifully preserved coin portrait.
The combination of the crowned Dutch coat of arms and the characteristic three-masted ship makes the ship's shilling one of the most recognizable maritime coin types of the Republic.
Obverse
Central the crowned coat of arms of Holland, with the year 1727.
Inscription:
MO · NO · ORD · HOLL · ET · WESTFRI
Moneta Nova Ordinum Hollandiae et Westfrisiae
“New coin of the States of Holland and West-Friesland.”
Reverse
A three-masted ship under sail, sailing to the right.
Inscription:
VIGILATE DEO CONFIDENTES
“Watch, trusting in God.”
The imposing ship representation gave this beloved coin type its name: the ship's shilling.
Specifications
Province: Holland and West Friesland
Mint: Dordrecht
Year: 1727
Nominal value: 6 stuivers · 1 shilling
Type: Ship's shilling
Metal: Silver
Fineness: 583/1000
Diameter: approx. 27 mm
Edge: Plain
Rarity
Very rare in this high, attractive quality. Exactly the combination of the early date, the distinctive maritime design and the exceptional preservation makes this an example that stands out.
Historical context
The ship's shilling forms a striking symbol of eighteenth-century Holland. The provincial arms represent the authority of the States, while the three-masted ship refers to the seafaring and trade that were so decisive for Holland's position within the Republic.
An exclusive ship's shilling from 1727, with a strong historical presence and in a quality in which this type is rarely offered.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Region
Netherlands, Holland
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country/province
Netherlands
Year/period and variation
1727 R
Denomination
Scheepjesschelling
Precious metal
Silver
Condition
Uncirculated (not released for circulation)
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