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© Sincona AG
Groschen
1499 year| Silver | 4.66 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1499 |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 3 Kreuzer (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Dicken (1499-1535) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.66 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#168062 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Mary with child standing over crescent moon, flames surrounding.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: .SALVE:REGI / NA:MISE'.
Lettering (regular font): .SALVE:REGI / NA:MISE'.
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (4.66 g, Good Very Fine):
© Image courtesy of Sincona AG
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 53, 25 October 2018, Lot 6056. Sold for 11,000 CHF.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Groschen 1499 from City of Basel is that it was minted during a time of great economic and cultural significance for the city. Basel was a major trading hub during the Renaissance period, and the Groschen coin was an important part of the city's economy. The coin's design features the coat of arms of Basel on one side and the image of a Saint on the other, reflecting the city's rich history and cultural heritage.
