Reckheimse duit van Ferdinand van Aspremont-Lynden (1636-1665), 1648 1648

This small, copper coin, measuring just 2 cm in diameter, is a rare example of a "Reckheimse duit" minted in 1648. It was commissioned by Ferdinand van Aspremont-Lynden, the lord of Reckheim, and features an inscription in Old Dutch, which translates to "Ferdinand, Lord of Reckheim, 1648." This type of coin, known as a duit, was a common form of currency in the Netherlands during the 17th century. The coin is a valuable historical artifact, providing insights into the economic and social conditions of the time.