Dicken (Klippe) 1629 front Dicken (Klippe) 1629 back
Dicken (Klippe) 1629 photo
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Dicken Klippe

1629 year
Silver 8.69 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Zürich
Period
Free imperial city (1218-1648)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1629
Value
1 Dicken (¼)
Currency
Thaler (1621-1651)
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.69 g
Shape
Klippe (Hand cut)
Technique
Klippe
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#242178
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned and nimbate double-headed imperial eagle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CIVITATIS IMPERIALIS
✿ 1629 ✿

Translation: Of the Imperial City

Comment

Christian Winterstein reports one piece in a private collection weighing 8.69 g.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin Dicken (Klippe) 1629 from City of Zürich made of Silver weighing 8.69 g is that it features a unique design, showcasing the city's coat of arms and the image of a Saint. The coin's design was created by a renowned artist from the city, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.