Overijsselse bezemstuiver, 1767 1767

This is an Overijsselse bezemstuiver coin, made in 1767 by the Province of Overijssel. The coin's circular form, its edges finely toothed, immediately draws attention to its completeness, despite the wear suggesting its circulation. The metallic sheen, now dulled with age, reflects light in a way that hints at its material value. The inscription "TRANS ISALANIA 1767" divides the surface, creating structured layers of meaning. The lettering, deeply impressed, is more than just text; it’s an assertion of identity and authority. This province, through the coin, communicates its existence, its governance, and its economic system. The arrangement of these elements—the circular boundary, the textured edge, the linear inscription—serves as a system of signs, each contributing to the coin's communicative function. The coin invites us to consider how even the most functional objects are laden with cultural and historical significance.