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Batzen Klippe
| Billon | 2.69 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Bern |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1353-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1621-1622 |
| Value | 1 Batzen (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Thaler (1612-1624) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.69 g |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#79396 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Double-headed eagle
Script: Latin
Lettering: BERCHT·V·DVX·ZERIN·FVNDATO:
Translation: Berthold, Duke of Zähringen, founder
Comment
The 1621 is not listed in SCWC.Examples of this type:
• Example #1 (2.69g, About Very Fine):
© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG:
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3564. Sold for 3,000 CHF.
Interesting fact
The Batzen (Klippe) coin from the City of Bern, minted between 1621 and 1622, is interesting because it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. Billon is a mixture of silver and other metals, such as copper, tin, or lead, and it was used to create coins that were lighter in weight and had a lower silver content than pure silver coins. This made it easier for people to use the coins in everyday transactions, as they were more affordable and easier to handle than larger, heavier coins. Despite being made of a less valuable metal, the Batzen (Klippe) coin still held significant value and was widely used in trade and commerce during its time.
