Zwolse duit, 1596 1596

This small bronze coin, or *duit*, was minted in 1596 in the Dutch city of Zwolle. The inscription on the coin reads "Zwol. 1596" and it bears the city's coat of arms. The *duit* is a historical example of early coin minting and provides insights into the local economic activity in Zwolle during this period. It's a fascinating artifact for numismatists and historians alike.