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Plappart Small eagle, no pellets ND
| Silver | 2.0 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bern |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1353-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1410-1492 |
| Value | 1 Plappart (1⁄50) |
| Currency | Dicken (1384-1492) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.0 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#180035 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Florated cross within corded circle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SANCTVS VINCENCIVS
Lettering (regular font): SANCTVS VINCENCIVS
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (2.00g, Very Fine):
© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG:
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3505. Estimated at 200 CHF, unsold.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Plappart (Small eagle, no pellets) ND (1410-1492) from City of Bern made of Silver weighing 2.0 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the city of Bern during the 15th century. It was a small silver coin that was widely used for everyday transactions, and it features a small eagle on one side and a blank reverse. Despite its small size, it was an important part of the local economy and was used by merchants, traders, and ordinary citizens alike.
