½ Dicken 1620-1621 front ½ Dicken 1620-1621 back
½ Dicken 1620-1621 photo
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½ Dicken

 
Silver 3.33 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Fribourg
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1620-1621
Value
½ Dicken (3⁄14)
Currency
Thaler (1620-1707)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.33 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#131210
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bust facing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + SANCTVS * NICOLAVS · 1621

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Dicken coin from the City of Fribourg is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The early 17th century saw the rise of trade and commerce, as well as the development of new technologies and scientific discoveries. This coin, made of silver and weighing 3.33 grams, was likely used in everyday transactions and could have been handled by merchants, traders, and other individuals involved in the growing economy of the time. Despite its small denomination, the ½ Dicken coin played an important role in facilitating economic activity and represents a unique piece of history.