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© Sincona AG
½ Plappart Trilobe ND
| Silver (.500) | 0.89 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1218-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1424-1450 |
| Value | ½ Plappart = 7 Stäbler (Pfennig) |
| Currency | Pfennig (1417-1487) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 0.89 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#242228 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Front-facing draped crowned and nimbate emperor holding a sword in his lap.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SATTVS 🞹 KARLVS
Lettering (regular font): SATTVS 🞹 KARLVS
Translation:
Latin (unabridged): Sanctus Karolus.
English: Saint Charles.
Comment
Only one variety of this type is known.⸰ Example #1 (0.89 g; fine - very fine):
Auctioned by Sincona AG, Auction 44, 25 October 2017, Lot 6030. Sold for 8,500 CHF.
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Plappart (Trilobe) coin from the City of Zürich 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 Sigismund, who was instrumental in shaping the Holy Roman Empire and its currency. Despite being a small denomination, the coin was made of silver, indicating the wealth and prosperity of the city at the time. Additionally, the unique trilobe shape of the coin made it easily distinguishable from other coins in circulation, and its design has been a topic of interest among numismatists for centuries.
