1 Dicken 1614-1620 front 1 Dicken 1614-1620 back
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1 Dicken

 
Silver 6.4 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Worms (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1614-1620
Value
1 Dicken = 24 Kreuzer (⅓)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.4 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#111438
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned double-headed imperial eagle with imperial orb on chest. Date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: .SUBUMB.ALA.TVA.PROT.NO.1619

Edge

Plain

Comment

Joseph# 350a

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Dicken coin from the City of Worms (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 Holy Roman Emperor Matthias (1612-1619), who was instrumental in promoting trade and commerce throughout the empire. The coin's silver content and intricate design were a reflection of the city's prosperity and economic growth during this period.