Dicken 1530-1571 front Dicken 1530-1571 back
Dicken 1530-1571 photo
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Dicken

 
Silver 8.4 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Fribourg
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1530-1571
Value
1 Dicken (3⁄7)
Currency
Guldiner (1530-1619)
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.4 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#102216
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bust of saint within circle, date in legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: * SANCTVS * NICOLAVS: 1556 *

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Dicken 1530-1571 from City of Fribourg made of Silver weighing 8.4 g is that it features a unique design that reflects the city's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Saint George, the patron saint of Fribourg, while the reverse side depicts the city's coat of arms, which includes a pair of keys and a bishop's mitre. These symbols represent the city's long history as a center of religious and political power, as well as its role as a key trading hub in the region. The coin's design is a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage and its importance in the history of Switzerland.