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© Sincona AG
Dicken Klippe; rosettes in fields
1621 year| Silver | 9 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1218-1648) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1621 |
| Value | 1 Dicken (¼) |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1651) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Shape | Klippe (Hand cut) |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#242177 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nimbate double-headed imperial eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1621 . CIVITATIS ✿ IMPERIALIS ✿
Translation: Of the Imperial City
Comment
Christian Winterstein reports two pieces in private collections weighing 8.88 g and 9.82 g.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin Dicken (Klippe; rosettes in fields) 1621 from City of Zürich made of Silver weighing 9 g is that it features a unique design element - rosettes in the fields. This adds a touch of elegance and beauty to the coin, making it stand out from other coins of its time.
