Utrechtse zilveren dukaat, 1805 1805

This silver ducat from 1805, created by the Batavian Republic, depicts a figure standing over a shield with the inscription “CON.F.ET.LIB.TRA.L” and “PRO.ARG.MO.NO.” surrounding the image. The coin is a prime example of a numismatic artwork, showcasing a specific moment in history, the Batavian Republic, through its imagery and inscription. This coin is a part of the Rijksmuseum collection in the Netherlands and its significance lies in its ability to illustrate the art of coinage during a specific era.