Batzen
| Silver | 3.12 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1218-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1518-1530 (1501-1530) |
| Value | 1 Batzen = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1500-1561) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.12 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#92519 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross with ornamentation in angles within circle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: +*SANCTVS* + *KAROLVS*
Lettering (regular font): +*SANCTVS* + *KAROLVS*
Comment
Mintage years for the undated coins is unknown.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Batzen coin from the City of Zurich is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of great economic change in Europe. The coin was introduced during the reign of Emperor Maximilian I, who was trying to standardize currency across the Holy Roman Empire. The Batzen coin was one of the first standardized coins to be widely accepted and used across different regions, helping to facilitate trade and commerce.
