1 Batzen 1530-1532 front 1 Batzen 1530-1532 back
1 Batzen 1530-1532 photo
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1 Batzen

 
Silver (.506) 3.43 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Isny (German States)
Period
Free city
Emperor
Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1530-1532
Value
1 Batzen = 4 Kreuzer (1⁄30)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver (.506)
Weight
3.43 g
Diameter
27 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#241244
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Imperial eagle above large 6-pointed star.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAROLVS * ROMA * IMP * AVG *

Comment

Mintmaster Albrecht Baumgartner

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Batzen coin from the City of Isny (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, who was attempting to centralize power and standardize currency across the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design and composition were likely influenced by these efforts, and it is a unique example of the currency reforms that were taking place during this time period.