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Batzen SANCTVS VINCENCIVS ND
| Silver | 3.18 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bern |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1353-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1492-1528 |
| Value | 1 Batzen = 1⁄24 Guldiner |
| Currency | Guldiner (1492-1601) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.18 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#179963 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Cross with lilies in angles within circle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ SANCTVS ⵓ VINCENCIVS
Lettering (regular font): ✠ SANCTVS ⵓ VINCENCIVS
Comment
These coins are all listed in the HMZ catalog as 15th century.The 2-164d is also listed in the 16th century as 2-174a.
Examples of varieties of this type:
• Variety #1 HMZ 2-164b, in main image:
Obverse: MONETA ⵓ BERNENSIS (long spurs on "S" next to eagle,)
Reverse: ✠ SANCTVS ⵓ VINCENCIVS
• Variety #2:
Obverse: MONETA ⁕ BERNENSIS
Reverse: ✠ SANCTVS ⁕ VINCECIVS ⁕
• Example #2.1:
© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG:
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 53, 25 October 2018, Lot 6163. Sold as part of a lot of 4 varieties for 160 CHF.
• Variety #3:
Obverse: MONETA ⁕ BERNENSIS
Reverse: ✠ SANCTVS ⁕ VINCEINCIS
• Example #3.1:
© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG:
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 53, 25 October 2018, Lot 6163. Sold as part of a lot of 4 varieties for 160 CHF.
• Variety #4 HMZ 2-164d; HMZ 2-174:
Obverse: MONETA ⁕ BERNENSIS (regular S next to eagle)
Reverse: ✠ SANCTVS ⁕ VINCENCIVS
• Example #4.1:
© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG:
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 53, 25 October 2018, Lot 6163. Sold as part of a lot of 4 varieties for 160 CHF.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Batzen (SANCTVS VINCENCIVS) ND (1492-1528) from City of Bern made of Silver weighing 3.18 g is that it features an image of Saint Vincent, the patron saint of Bern, on one side, and the coat of arms of Bern on the other. This coin was minted during the reign of Pope Innocent VIII, who was known for his efforts to reform the Catholic Church and his support for the arts. The coin's design and symbolism reflect the religious and political significance of Bern during this time period.
