Description
Why order this Dutch 2022 28.25 g Silver Twickel Castle Ducat Proof?
Take a walk through medieval Holland with this 28.25 g Silver Proof Twickel Castle Ducat. Though not legal tender, a product of the Royal Dutch Mint, the piece is part of the tenth issue in the Dutch Castles Series, which offers a unique look at some of the country’s most noteworthy landmarks. The castle featured on this coin dates beyond 1347, the year of the first recorded mention of the structure, which is currently owned by the Twickel Foundation.
- This piece was struck from 28.25 g of .873 fine silver.
- This issue is a product of the Royal Dutch Mint.
- This is the tenth release in the Dutch Castles Series.
- This piece has a proof finish.
- This proof is part of a mintage of just 2,000 pieces.
- Twickel Castle is in the hamlet of Deldenresch.
- This piece comes in a deluxe presentation case and is accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity.
Striking Twickel Castle Design
Obverse: The obverse bears a striking look at the famous Twickel Castle. Per the Dutch Mint Act, the design features a knight, which is known in Dutch as Godard van Reede, in the foreground. Along the rim are the inscriptions “Moneta Nova Argenta Regni Belgii” (Latin for “New Silver Coins of the Kingdom of Belgium”) and “TRAN,” which represents the province of Overijssel.
Reverse: At the center of the reverse is the coat of arms of the Netherlands. The crowned shield is flanked by the first and last two digits of the date, “2022.” The rim inscription on this face reads, “CONCORDIA RES PARVAE CRESCUNT” (Unity makes Strength).
Original Mint Packaging
This piece comes in its original packaging from the Dutch Royal Mint, which includes a deluxe presentation case. Also included is a numbered certificate of authenticity.
