½ Kreuzer ND (1501-1529) front ½ Kreuzer ND (1501-1529) back
½ Kreuzer ND (1501-1529) photo
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½ Kreuzer ND

 
Billon 0.55 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Fribourg
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1501-1529
Value
½ Kreuzer = 1 Vierer (1⁄112)
Currency
Écu (1475-1529)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.55 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#102186
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Cross within circle.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: +SANCTVS*NICOLAVS

Lettering (regular font): +SANCTVS*NICOLAVS

Comment

Actual dates of mintage are unknown. The range listed below is a best guess.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Kreuzer ND (1501-1529) coin from the City of Fribourg is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Maximilian I, who was instrumental in establishing the Holy Roman Empire and its currency. The coin's design, featuring the imperial eagle and the city's coat of arms, reflects the political and economic ties between the City of Fribourg and the Holy Roman Empire during this period.