Haller
| Billon | 0.15 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Bern |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1353-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1539-1547 |
| Value | 1 Haller (1⁄375) |
| Currency | Guldiner (1492-1601) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.15 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#198644 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
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Comment
Examples of this type:• Example 1540 HMZ 2-179 c (0.15g, Very Fine):
© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG:
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 53, 25 October 2018, Lot 6174. Sold for 5,000 CHF.
• Example 1547 HMZ unlisted (0.13g, Fine):
© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG:
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 53, 25 October 2018, Lot 6178. Sold for 3,000 CHF.
Interesting fact
The Haller 1539-1547 coin from the City of Bern is interesting because it was made during a time of great change in Europe, particularly in Switzerland. The coin was minted during the reign of the Protestant reformer, John Calvin, who had a significant impact on the city of Bern and its currency. The coin's design, which features the city's coat of arms and a religious motto, reflects the religious and political climate of the time. Additionally, the use of billon, a copper and silver alloy, was a common practice during this period, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver or gold coins. Overall, this coin provides a unique insight into the history and culture of 16th-century Switzerland.
