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© Sincona AG
Dicken City
1624 year| Silver | 8.69 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | City of Chur (Grisons) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1624 |
| Value | 1 Dicken (4⁄15) |
| Currency | Thaler (1618-1627) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.69 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#97533 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle within circle. Ibex below divides date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOMINI·E ST·REGNVM
16 24
Interesting fact
The Dicken coin from the City of Chur (Grisons) was minted in 1624 and made of silver, weighing 8.69 grams. It's interesting to note that the coin's design features a unique blend of religious and secular symbols, reflecting the cultural and historical context of the time. On one side, the coin bears the image of a bishop's mitre, symbolizing the Catholic Church's influence in the region, while on the other side, it features the city's coat of arms, representing the secular authority of the City of Chur. This blend of religious and secular symbols is a distinctive feature of the coin and a testament to the complex history of the region.
