Netherlands, Holland Scheepjesschelling 1727
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This 1727 silver ship shilling from Holland is denominated at 6 stuivers and was struck for use by the Dutch East India Company (VOC).
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Holland – Very Rare Ship Token Silver 1727 – 6 Stivers – Silver – VOC
NORTHERN NETHERLANDS – REPUBLIC (1581–1795)
Province of Holland | Year 1727
Description
Very rare silver ship token of 6 stivers from 1727, struck for the province of Holland during the Dutch Republic of the Seven United Netherlands.
This historic coin belongs to the ship tokens that were minted in the 18th century for use by the Dutch East India Company (VOC) in Southeast Asia.
The coin shows a Dutch warship under full sails and the crowned provincial arms of Holland.
The year 1727 is regarded as very rare within this coin series.
Coin details
* Country: Northern Netherlands
* Period: Republic of the Seven United Netherlands (1581–1795)
* Province: Holland
* Year: 1727
* Denomination: 6 stivers (ship token)
* Metal: Silver
* Mint master: Otto Buck
* Engraver: Johannes Drappentier
* Destination: Dutch East India Company (VOC)
* Rarity: Very rare
Obverse (vf.)
A Dutch warship sailing before the wind under full sails. On the stern flies the large Dutch flag.
Inscription: VIGILATE DEO CONFIDENTES
Translation: Be vigilant, trusting in God.
Reverse (rv.)
The crowned provincial arms of Holland with the lion rampant, flanked by the denomination 6 – S (6 stivers).
Above the provincial arms is the year 1727.
Inscription: MO:NO:ORD:HOLL:ET:WESTFRI:
This refers to the new coin of the States of Holland and West Friesland.
Historical background
The ship token belongs to the characteristic silver coins of the Dutch Republic. The depicted warship symbolizes the maritime power of the Northern Netherlands and the important role of the Dutch war fleet during the struggle for independence against Spain.
From 1700 these ship tokens were exclusively minted for the VOC, intended for payment transactions in Southeast Asia.
The VOC had an extensive trading network with important posts in Batavia, Ceylon and various trading areas in the Indonesian archipelago. Dutch silver coins played a role in trade and payments within this network.
The Latin motto Vigilate Deo Confidentes has its origins in the Dutch Revolt of the 16th century. It became the insignia motto of the States of Holland and is today still the motto of the province of South Holland.
Rarity and particulars
VERY RARE – YEAR 1727
This Holland ship token from 1727 is a very rare issue within the series.
The combination of the year, the historic VOC destination and the characteristic portrayal of the Dutch warship makes this coin especially interesting for specialized collectors.
A historic silver piece from the period when the Dutch Republic held an important position in international seafaring and trade.
Collecting value
A very rare Holland ship token from 1727, with a direct historical connection to the VOC and the Dutch maritime past.
A special addition for collectors of Dutch provincial coins, VOC coins and historic shipping coins.
The coin depicted is the actual offered specimen. The photos are part of the description and show the condition and details of the coin."
Holland – Very Rare Ship Token Silver 1727 – 6 Stivers – Silver – VOC
NORTHERN NETHERLANDS – REPUBLIC (1581–1795)
Province of Holland | Year 1727
Description
Very rare silver ship token of 6 stivers from 1727, struck for the province of Holland during the Dutch Republic of the Seven United Netherlands.
This historic coin belongs to the ship tokens that were minted in the 18th century for use by the Dutch East India Company (VOC) in Southeast Asia.
The coin shows a Dutch warship under full sails and the crowned provincial arms of Holland.
The year 1727 is regarded as very rare within this coin series.
Coin details
* Country: Northern Netherlands
* Period: Republic of the Seven United Netherlands (1581–1795)
* Province: Holland
* Year: 1727
* Denomination: 6 stivers (ship token)
* Metal: Silver
* Mint master: Otto Buck
* Engraver: Johannes Drappentier
* Destination: Dutch East India Company (VOC)
* Rarity: Very rare
Obverse (vf.)
A Dutch warship sailing before the wind under full sails. On the stern flies the large Dutch flag.
Inscription: VIGILATE DEO CONFIDENTES
Translation: Be vigilant, trusting in God.
Reverse (rv.)
The crowned provincial arms of Holland with the lion rampant, flanked by the denomination 6 – S (6 stivers).
Above the provincial arms is the year 1727.
Inscription: MO:NO:ORD:HOLL:ET:WESTFRI:
This refers to the new coin of the States of Holland and West Friesland.
Historical background
The ship token belongs to the characteristic silver coins of the Dutch Republic. The depicted warship symbolizes the maritime power of the Northern Netherlands and the important role of the Dutch war fleet during the struggle for independence against Spain.
From 1700 these ship tokens were exclusively minted for the VOC, intended for payment transactions in Southeast Asia.
The VOC had an extensive trading network with important posts in Batavia, Ceylon and various trading areas in the Indonesian archipelago. Dutch silver coins played a role in trade and payments within this network.
The Latin motto Vigilate Deo Confidentes has its origins in the Dutch Revolt of the 16th century. It became the insignia motto of the States of Holland and is today still the motto of the province of South Holland.
Rarity and particulars
VERY RARE – YEAR 1727
This Holland ship token from 1727 is a very rare issue within the series.
The combination of the year, the historic VOC destination and the characteristic portrayal of the Dutch warship makes this coin especially interesting for specialized collectors.
A historic silver piece from the period when the Dutch Republic held an important position in international seafaring and trade.
Collecting value
A very rare Holland ship token from 1727, with a direct historical connection to the VOC and the Dutch maritime past.
A special addition for collectors of Dutch provincial coins, VOC coins and historic shipping coins.
The coin depicted is the actual offered specimen. The photos are part of the description and show the condition and details of the coin."
Details
Era
1400-1900
Region
Netherlands, Holland
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country/province
Netherlands
Year/period and variation
1727
Denomination
Scheepjesschelling
Precious metal
Silver
Condition
Uncirculated (not released for circulation)
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