© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
6 Sols
1624 year| Silver | 1.83 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | City of Geneva |
|---|---|
| Period | Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1624 |
| Value | 6 Sols (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Thaler (1535-1792) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.83 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#191129 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Double-headed eagle within circle. Crown above divides mint mark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · POST · TENEBRAS · LVX · G R
Interesting fact
The 6 Sols 1624 coin from the City of Geneva is interesting because it was minted during a time when the city was experiencing significant political and economic changes. In 1624, Geneva was a republic that had recently gained its independence from the House of Savoy, and was in the process of establishing its own currency and financial system. The 6 Sols coin was part of this new currency system, and its silver content and relatively low denomination made it a widely used coin among the general population. Despite its age, some of these coins have survived to this day and are highly sought after by collectors.
