© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
8 Ducats "Gold Schnabeltaler"
1559 year| Gold | 28.53 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1218-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1559 |
| Value | 8 Ducats (19.2) |
| Currency | Thaler (1500-1561) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 28.53 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#346751 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Zürich in the centre. Wreath with nine trefoils around. Surrounded by nine coats of arms of the bailiffs of Kyburg, Grüningen, Regensberg, Eglisau, Greifensee, Knonau, Andelfingen, Wädenswil, and Laufen. Lily-like ornaments between the shields.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DNE SERVA NOS IN PAC .
Unabridged legend: Domine conserva nos in pace.
Translation: God, preserve us in peace.
Interesting fact
The 8 Ducats "Gold Schnabeltaler" coin from the City of Zürich, made of gold and weighing 28.53g, is considered a rare and valuable collector's item. Its design features a unique combination of elements, including a schnabel, or beak-shaped ornament, and a shield with the city's coat of arms. This coin is a prime example of the skill and craftsmanship of medieval coin makers and is highly sought after by numismatists.
