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½ Kreuzer ND
1660 yearGold | 0.89 g | - |
Issuer | City of Bern |
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Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1660 |
Value | ½ Kreuzer (1⁄320) |
Currency | Thaler (1646-1798) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 0.89 g |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#198963 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross pattée.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✽ BERCHTOLD • ZER • CO
Comment
Pattern for HMZ# 2-200c.The only known piece of this type, shown in the main image (0.89g, About Extremely Fine):
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3604. Sold for 7,000 CHF.
Interesting fact
The Pattern ½ Kreuzer ND (1660) from City of Bern is a rare and unique coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It was minted in the 17th century during a time when the City of Bern was an independent state, and it features a distinctive design that sets it apart from other coins of the era. The obverse of the coin bears the image of a bear, which is a symbol of the city of Bern, while the reverse features a shield with the city's coat of arms. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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ND (1660) | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Kreuzer ND (1660) coin.