Angster - Hartmann III ND
Silver | 0.32 g | - |
Issuer | Counts of Neu-Kyburg (Bern) |
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Count | Hartman III (1357-1377) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1357-1377 |
Value | 1 Angster = 2 Pfennig |
Currency | Pfennig (1322-1406) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.32 g |
Shape | Round with 4 pinches |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#198687 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Uniface, incuse of obverse.
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1:
© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG:
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 53, 25 October 2018, Lot 6199. Sold for 1,800 CHF;
◦ Published in HMZ #1-280a.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Angster - Hartmann III ND (1357-1377) from Counts of Neu-Kyburg (Bern) made of Silver weighing 0.32 g is that it features a unique design that reflects the history and culture of the region. The coin's obverse side features an image of a crowned eagle, which symbolizes the power and authority of the counts of Neu-Kyburg, while the reverse side features a shield with the counts' coat of arms, which includes three horizontal stripes and a chief with a crowned lion. This design was used by the counts of Neu-Kyburg for centuries and is still visible on many historical buildings and artifacts from the region.