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1 Dicken - Christopher I
1519 year| Silver | - | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Magraviate of Baden (Baden, German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Christopher I (Christoph I) (1475-1515) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1519 |
| Value | ⅓ Thaler (1 Dicken) |
| Currency | Guldiner (1112-1535) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#121771 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
4-fold arms with date above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA:NOVA:BADENSIS:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Dicken coin from the Magraviate of Baden is that it was minted during the reign of Christopher I, who was a powerful and influential ruler in the German States during the early 16th century. Christopher I was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to strengthen the economy and infrastructure of the region, and the minting of this coin likely reflects his efforts to promote trade and commerce in the area. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, suggests that it was intended to be a high-quality and reliable form of currency.
