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

This is a Reckheimse duit, a coin, made by the heer van Reckheim for Ferdinand van Aspremont-Lynden. The Reckheimse duit is a small token from a world ruled by powerful men. Coins are more than just currency; they're historical artifacts that can tell us much about the culture that produced them. In the 17th century, Reckheim was under the control of aristocratic families like the Aspremont-Lyndens. This coin reflects the local power structures of the time, where even small denominations could reinforce the authority and identity of the ruling class. Consider the people who would have handled this coin: merchants, laborers, landowners - all navigating a society shaped by privilege. The Reckheimse duit serves as a quiet reminder of how deeply economic and political power are embedded in the everyday objects we often take for granted.