Duit van Groningen en de Ommelanden,1682 1682

This is a copper duit from Groningen en de Ommelanden, made in 1682. Its circular form, though slightly worn, presents a structured design typical of currency from this period. The embossed lettering and date create a textured surface that interacts with light to reveal the coin’s age and history. The design is divided into distinct zones, each contributing to the overall meaning. The placement of 'ON' above 'ET OML' and '1682' provides a vertical hierarchy, reinforcing the authority of the issuing entity. Consider how the coin's size dictates the economy of its design; every element is carefully rendered to fit within a small space, demanding precision and clarity. Even in its eroded state, the coin invites us to reflect on how objects of daily use can also function as potent symbols of power, trade, and time.