Hollandse munt of duit c. 1590 - 1596

This anonymous Dutch coin, known as a "Hollandse munt of duit", was made sometime between 1590-1596. The coin features a seated figure, possibly representing the Dutch Republic, with the inscription "MONE(TA) NOVA" ("New Coin"). The image of the coin is a prime example of the artistry of the Dutch Renaissance era and highlights the economic and political climate of the 16th century. The coin is now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.