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Sol - Nicolas Gilley
1555 year| Silver | 1.66 g | - |
| Issuer | Barony of Franquemont (Basel) |
|---|---|
| Baron | Nicolas de Gilley (1537-1563) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1555 |
| Value | 1 Sol (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Thaler (1537-1563) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.66 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#168631 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Split cross moline.
Script: Latin
Lettering: • ♁ • NIL : VLTRA : ARAS : 1555
Interesting fact
The coin , the Sol - Nicolas Gilley 1555 from Barony of Franquemont (Basel), is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time when the Basel region was experiencing significant political and economic changes. The Barony of Franquemont was a small territory within the Holy Roman Empire, and the coin's minting was likely a reflection of the region's growing economic influence and political stability. The fact that it was made of silver also speaks to the value and importance of this precious metal during that time period.
