© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
1 Vierer - Rudolf II ND
| Billon (.375 silver) | 0.76 g | - |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Upper Alsace (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1595-1608) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1602-1612 |
| Value | 1 Vierer = 4 Pfennig (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler (1425-1634) |
| Composition | Billon (.375 silver) |
| Weight | 0.76 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#125258 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cross in a circle, legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEC NON ARCD AVS
or
NEC NON ARCHID AVS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Vierer coin from the Landgraviate of Upper Alsace is that it features an image of Rudolf II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor at the time, on one side, and the coat of arms of Upper Alsace on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in the region, and its design reflects the influences of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Additionally, the use of billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice in coinage during this time period, as it was more durable than pure silver and had a lower intrinsic value, making it a practical choice for circulating coins.
