© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
Schilling Klippe; 5 schillings weight
1588 year| Billon | 6.23 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1218-1648) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1588 |
| Value | Schilling (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Dicken (1561-1621) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 6.23 g |
| Shape | Klippe (Square) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#258608 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Displayed eagle facing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ CIVITATIS ✣ IMPERIALIS : 88
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin Schilling (Klippe; 5 schillings weight) 1588 from City of Zürich made of Billon weighing 6.23 g is that it was minted during a time when the City of Zürich was experiencing significant economic growth and prosperity. The coin's design, which features the city's coat of arms and other symbols of its wealth and power, reflects this prosperity and serves as a testament to the city's economic and cultural achievements during this period.
