Dicken 1620-1621 (1619-1621) front Dicken 1620-1621 (1619-1621) back
Dicken 1620-1621 (1619-1621) photo
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Dicken

 
Silver 6.21 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Chur (Grisons)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1620-1621 (1619-1621)
Value
1 Dicken (4⁄15)
Currency
Thaler (1618-1627)
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.21 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#97552
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONETA: CVRIAE: RETICAE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Dicken 1620-1621 coin from the City of Chur (Grisons) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The early 17th century saw the rise of trade and commerce, as well as the Protestant Reformation, which had a significant impact on the region. Despite these changes, the Dicken coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, with its silver content and standardized design making it a reliable medium of exchange.