Fünfer ND
| Silver | 0.64 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | City of Fribourg |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1480-1529 |
| Value | 1 Funfer (1⁄75) |
| Currency | Écu (1475-1529) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.64 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#83296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Cross within circle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: +:SANCTVS*NICOLAVS:
Lettering (regular font): +:SANCTVS*NICOLAVS:
Comment
Actual years of mintage are unknown.Interesting fact
The Fünfer ND (1480-1529) from City of Fribourg is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe, with the rise of city-states and the decline of feudalism. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of silver, indicating the wealth and prosperity of the City of Fribourg at the time.
