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1 Batzen
| Silver | 3.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | City of Isny (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Emperor | Maximilian I (1508-1519) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1508-1515 |
| Value | 1 Batzen = 4 Kreuzer (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#132469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Imperial eagle above large 6-pointed star.
Lettering: ·GRA·MAXIMILI·RO'·REG
Interesting fact
The 1 Batzen coin from the City of Isny 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 trying to standardize coinage across the Holy Roman Empire. The Batzen coin was one of the first standardized coins issued by the City of Isny, and it was used widely in trade and commerce throughout the region. Despite its small denomination, the 1 Batzen coin was an important part of the local economy and played a significant role in the financial transactions of the time.
