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Pfunder - Sigismund ND
| Silver | 31.54 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | County of Tyrol (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Sigismund the Rich (Sigismund) (1446-1490) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1482-1490 |
| Value | Pfunder = 12 Kreuzer (⅕) |
| Currency | Guldiner |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 31.54 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#193070 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Tyrol eagle witout halo, head left, shield of Austria at centre.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: GROSSUS COMITIS TIROLIS
Lettering (regular font): GROSSUS COMITIS TIROLIS
Interesting fact
The Pfunder - Sigismund ND (1482-1490) coin from the County of Tyrol (Austrian States) is interesting because it was minted during the reign of King Sigismund, who was the last ruler of the Tyrolean branch of the Habsburg dynasty. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin minted during his reign, and its design features the king's name and title in Latin, as well as the Tyrolean coat of arms. Additionally, the coin's weight of 31.54 grams makes it a notable example of a heavy silver coin from this time period.
