© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
Groschen Gold pattern strike
1499 (1901) year| Gold | 7.80 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1499 (1901) |
| Value | 1 Groschen = 3 Kreuzer (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Dicken (1499-1535) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.80 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#168063 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross patée with double legend surrounding.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
+SALVE*REGINA*MISERICORDIE
VIT / A*D / VLC / EDO
Lettering (regular font):
+SALVE*REGINA*MISERICORDIE
VIT / A*D / VLC / EDO
Edge
Plain
Comment
Official restrike from 1901 for the 400th anniversary of Basel's entry in the Swiss Confederation.HMZ#2-52e (Restrike) obv. city arms within sexfoil, rev. with cross and double legend surrounding.
Restrikes can be recognized as they have been struck with rusty coin dies.
Restrikes in Gold are rare.
Interesting fact
The Pattern Groschen (Gold pattern strike) 1499 (1901) from City of Basel made of Gold weighing 7.80 g is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples in existence. It is considered a numismatic treasure and is highly sought after by collectors.
