© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
Schilling ND
| Billon | 1.28 g | 19 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 | 1.28 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#195473 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mitred St. Martin standing facing in ornate attire with sword and crosier.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCT · MARTINI ·
Interesting fact
The Schilling ND (1600-1605) coin from the Monetary Union of Uri and Nidwalden (Old Swiss Confederacy) is interesting because it was made of Billon, a metal alloy that was commonly used in coinage during that time period. Billon is a combination of silver and other metals, typically copper, and was used to create coins that were more durable and had a lower intrinsic value than coins made of pure silver. This allowed for the production of coins that were more affordable and accessible to the general population.
