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Kreuzer - Hildebrand I
| Billon | 1.25 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Sion (Valais) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Hildebrand I of Riedmatten (1565-1604) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1593-1603 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler (1475-1780) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#109671 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross within circle, date in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S+THEODOLVS+1594
Comment
Example of 2-1048j, rotated "4"
Interesting fact
The Kreuzer - Hildebrand I coin from the Bishopric of Sion (Valais) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted between 1593 and 1603, a period when the Protestant Reformation was gaining momentum and the Catholic Church was facing challenges to its authority. Additionally, the coin was minted in a region that was part of the Holy Roman Empire, which was a powerful and influential political entity at the time. Despite the turmoil of the era, the Kreuzer - Hildebrand I coin remains a tangible reminder of the economic and cultural exchange that took place during this period.
