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Batzen
1569 year| Silver | 2.66 g | - |
| Issuer | Canton of Nidwalden (Unterwalden) |
|---|---|
| Period | Cantonal administration |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1569 |
| Value | 1 Batzen (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Thaler (1548-1610) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.66 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#187926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ornate cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + SOLI + DEO + GLORIA + 69
Comment
Püntener #85. Schwarz/Püntener 85.Examples of this type:
• Example #1 (2.66g, Fine):
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◦ Auctioned by Sincona AG, Auction 53, 25 October 2018, Lot 6532. Sold for 13,000 CHF.
Interesting fact
The Batzen 1569 from Canton of Nidwalden (Unterwalden) is one of the oldest surviving coins from Switzerland, dating back to the 16th century. It was made of silver and weighs 2.66 grams, making it a valuable and rare collector's item for numismatists.