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Schilling Klippe; ducat weight ND
| Gold | 3.45 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1218-1648) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1601-1700 |
| Value | Schilling (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1651) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.45 g |
| Shape | Klippe (Square) |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#258614 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Displayed double-headed imperial eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✿ CIVITATIS ✿ IMPERIALIS
Comment
Struck on a gold planchet weighing the equivalent of 1 ducat.One piece is listed by Christian Winterstein, weighing 3.45 g.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin Schilling (Klippe; ducat weight) ND (1601-1700) from City of Zürich made of Gold weighing 3.45 g is that it was minted during a time when the City of Zürich was an independent republic, and the coin was used as a symbol of the city's wealth and power.
