$1,602.00 USD
The 1782 Netherlands Gold Ducat, graded PCGS AU55, is a coin from a time when the Dutch Republic was both a powerful trading empire and a nation at war. In 1782, the Dutch were engaged in the Fourth Anglo-Dutch War (1780–1784), a conflict with Britain that disrupted their maritime dominance. Despite this, the Gold Ducat remained a widely respected and trusted coin, used extensively in European and overseas trade.
The obverse of the coin features the classic image of a standing knight in full armor, holding a sword in his right hand and a bundle of arrows in his left. The sword symbolizes the defensive strength of the Dutch Republic, while the arrows represent the unity of the Seven United Provinces. This design had been used for over a century and was a symbol of the Republic’s resilience and independence.
On the reverse, the Latin inscription "CONCORDIA RES PARVAE CRESCUNT" appears, which translates to "Through unity, small things grow." This motto reflected the Dutch Republic’s success, showing how a small group of provinces became a global economic power through cooperation and trade. Below the inscription, the date 1782 is inscribed, marking this coin as part of an important period in Dutch history.
With a PCGS AU55 grade, this coin shows only light wear, meaning it was circulated but remains well-preserved. The knight’s armor, sword, and inscription are still clear and sharp, and much of the coin’s original detail is intact.
The 1782 Netherlands Gold Ducat is not just a coin but a piece of history. Whether used in European trade, aboard Dutch East India Company (VOC) ships, or exchanged in distant colonies, it represents the economic strength and resilience of the Netherlands during a time of both conflict and expansion.
