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© Münzen & Medaillen GmbH
Dicken
1521 year| Silver | 9.37 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1521 |
| Value | 1 Dicken = 24 Kreuzer (⅕) |
| Currency | Dicken (1499-1535) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.37 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#169234 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standing figure facing right of St. Mary with child.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: AVE ⁑ MARIA GRACIA ⁑ PL
Lettering (regular font): AVE ⁑ MARIA GRACIA ⁑ PL
Comment
Ewig 325. Haller 1524Interesting fact
The Dicken 1521 coin from the City of Basel was made of silver, which was a common material used for coins during that time period. However, what makes this coin stand out is that it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of a real person, namely the mayor of Basel, Hans von Bubenberg. This was a departure from the traditional practice of featuring mythological or allegorical figures on coins, and marked a shift towards more realistic and representational designs.
