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© Sincona AG
Teston/Dicken ND
| Silver | 9.3 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | City of Geneva |
|---|---|
| Period | Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1539-1559 |
| Value | 1 Dicken (⅓) |
| Currency | Thaler (1535-1792) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 9.3 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#351090 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross within circle surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 🞹 POST 🞹 TENEBRAS 🞹 LVCEM G
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Teston/Dicken ND (1539-1559) coin from the City of Geneva is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of John Calvin, a prominent Protestant reformer who had a significant influence on the city's government and religion. This coin may have been used as a symbol of the city's new religious and political identity, as it features an image of the city's coat of arms on one side and a religious motto on the other.
