© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
Plappart Gothic lettering; with rays ND
| Silver | 2 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1515-1530 |
| Value | 1 Plappart = 6 Rappen (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Dicken (1499-1535) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#89941 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Madonna with child standing on crescent moon, legend surrounding.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: AVE.MARIA.GRACIA.PL
Lettering (regular font): AVE.MARIA.GRACIA.PL
Edge
Plain
Comment
HMZ 2-66b: Without rays around the Madonna, gothic letteringHMZ 2-66c: Rays around the Madonna, roman lettering
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Plappart coin from the City of Basel is that it was used as a form of currency during the Renaissance period, specifically between 1515 and 1530. It was made of silver and weighed 2 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin's design featured Gothic lettering and rays, which were popular symbols during the Renaissance era. Despite its age, the Plappart coin remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
