$4,881.00 USD
Minted at the height of the Dutch Republic's maritime and financial dominance, the 1761 Zeeland 14 Gulden, colloquially known as a “Rider Ducat” or “Ridders van Reymerswaele,” offers a glimpse into 18th-century provincial pride and military symbolism. This NGC-graded AU58 specimen remains remarkably lustrous for the type and boasts excellent surface integrity with just faint wear.
Obverse: A knightly figure on horseback, sword raised aloft, rides dynamically to the right. Beneath the horse appears the crowned arms of Zeeland, symbolizing the province's independence and valor.
Reverse: The crowned Dutch lion dominates the shield of arms, clutching a sword and arrows—representing unity and defense. The surrounding legend translates to "Concord makes small things grow", an emblematic phrase of the Dutch Republic.
Despite its limited mintage and regional scope, this piece holds exceptional appeal for collectors of Dutch gold due to its bold design, historic resonance, and overall condition—a scarce survivor of Zeeland's proud coinage legacy.
