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Schilling Klippe; schilling weight
1589 year| Billon | 1.8 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1218-1648) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1589 |
| Value | Schilling (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Dicken (1561-1621) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Shape | Klippe (Square) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#258610 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Displayed eagle facing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ CIVITATIS ✣ IMPERIALIS 89
Comment
Struck on a planchet weighing the equivalent of 1 schilling.Two pieces are listed by Christian Winterstein, weighing 1.73 g and 1.97 g.
Interesting fact
The Schilling (Klippe; schilling weight) 1589 from City of Zürich made of Billon weighing 1.8 g is an interesting coin because it was used as a means of payment in the city of Zurich during the 16th century. It was made of Billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of silver and copper, and it weighed 1.8 grams. Despite its small weight, it was considered a valuable coin during its time and was used for everyday transactions. Today, it is a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
