Deutgen van de stad Utrecht, 1514 1514

The “Deutgen van de stad Utrecht” is a small, 1.7 cm in diameter, bronze coin minted in Utrecht, Netherlands in 1514. The coin features a depiction of the city's coat of arms, a shield with a red cross. This coin is a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of Utrecht during the early 16th century, a period of significant change and growth. The inscription surrounding the city's coat of arms likely reads "Deutgen van de stad Utrecht," which translates to "Coin of the city of Utrecht," a typical practice for coin inscriptions. The inscription around the city coat of arms can provide valuable information about the historical context and political climate of the city at the time.