Bluzger - Paul Ziegler ND (1503-1541) front Bluzger - Paul Ziegler ND (1503-1541) back
Bluzger - Paul Ziegler ND (1503-1541) photo
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Bluzger - Paul Ziegler ND

 
Billon 0.84 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Chur (Grisons)
Bishop
Paul Ziegler von Ziegelberg (1503-1541)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1503-1541
Value
1 Bluzger (1⁄105)
Currency
Groschen (1251-1565)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.84 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#131680
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross within pearl circle.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: SALVE o CRVX o DIGNA

Lettering (regular font): SALVE O CRVX O DIGNA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Bluzger coin is that it was minted during the reign of Paul Ziegler, who was the Bishop of Chur from 1503 to 1541. This coin is a rare example of a billon coin, which is an alloy of silver and copper, and it weighs 0.84 grams.