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½ Goldgulden
| Gold (.986) | 1.75 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bern |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1353-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1601-1623 |
| Value | ½ Goldgulden (0.9) |
| Currency | Guldiner (1492-1601) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101440 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Full-length figure of Saint Vincent of Saragossa holding quill and book.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S. VINCE NT: 1·6·01
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (1.70g, Extremely Fine):
© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG:
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3548. Sold for 8,500 CHF.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Goldgulden coin from the City of Bern is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political significance. The coin was issued between 1601 and 1623, a period when the Swiss Confederation was experiencing rapid growth and prosperity, particularly in the cities of Bern, Zurich, and Basel. The coin's minting was likely a response to the increasing demand for currency during this time of economic expansion. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold (.986) and weighed 1.75g suggests that it was a valuable and highly sought-after coin during its time.
