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© Sincona AG
Schilling ND
| Billon | 0.79 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Monetary Union of Uri and Nidwalden (Old Swiss Confederacy) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1600-1605 |
| Value | 1 Schilling (⅙) |
| Currency | Groschen (1600-1605) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.79 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#195470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Mitred St. Martin standing facing in ornate attire with sword and crosier.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCT MARTIN
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (About Extremely Fine):
© Image courtesy of Sincona AG
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 20, 15 October 2014, Lot 3529. Sold for 160 CHF.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Schilling ND (1600-1605) coin from the Monetary Union of Uri and Nidwalden is that it was made of Billon, a metal alloy composed of silver and copper. This was a common practice during that time period, as it allowed for the creation of coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than those made of pure silver. The use of Billon in coinage also made it possible to produce more coins with a lower silver content, which helped to increase the circulation of coinage in the region.
