© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
Fünfer ND
| Silver | 0.82 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | City of Solothurn |
|---|---|
| Period | Avoyer and Council of the City and Republic (1760-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1461-1500 |
| Value | Fünfer (5⁄544) |
| Currency | Guldiner (15th century-1579) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.82 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 0.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#339005 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Decorated cross in the centre.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ SAnCTVS ○ VRSVS ✿
Lettering (regular font): ✠ SANCTVS ○ VRSVS ✿
Translation: Saint Ursus
Comment
Exact years of mintage are unknown.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Fünfer ND (1461-1500) coin from the City of Solothurn is that it was minted during a time when the city was an independent republic, and the coin features the city's coat of arms on one side and the image of St. Barbara on the other. St. Barbara is the patron saint of the city and is often depicted with a tower, which symbolizes the city's fortifications. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin minted during the Renaissance period in Europe and is highly sought after by collectors.
