Zeeuwse derde daalder van 20 groot, 1602 1602

The province of Zeeland minted this silver 'Zeeuwse derde daalder' coin in 1602. Its production occurred during the Eighty Years' War, a period of profound social and political upheaval in the Netherlands. The coin served not only as a medium of exchange but also as a symbol of identity and resistance for the Zeeland region. The imagery of the coin reflects the province’s aspirations for autonomy. The detailed engraving of the coat of arms amidst the inscription served as a reminder of their cultural and political distinctiveness. It embodies the collective struggle for recognition and self-determination. As we contemplate this coin, we are reminded of the everyday lives of individuals navigating a world in flux, and the enduring quest for a place to call home.