1 Batzen ND (1510-1520) front 1 Batzen ND (1510-1520) back
1 Batzen ND (1510-1520) photo
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1 Batzen ND

 
Silver 3.35 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Free city of Kempten (German States)
Period
Free city (1289-1802)
Emperor
Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1510-1520
Value
1 Batzen (1⁄18)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.35 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#168623
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

3 small shields of Austria, Burgundy and Tyrol, 2 above 1, imperial crown over all, titles of Karl V as archduke of Austria.

Script: Latin

Lettering: KAROLVS. ARCHIDVX. AVSTRIE. DVX. BVR(G)(V).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Batzen coin from the Free City of Kempten is that it features a unique design element - a stylized letter "K" on the reverse side, which represents the city's initial. This letter is surrounded by a wreath of leaves and berries, adding to the coin's aesthetic appeal.