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© Sincona AG
Thaler Klippe; 1¼ thaler weight
1559 year| Silver | 39.52 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1218-1648) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1559 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1500-1561) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 39.52 g |
| Shape | Klippe (Square) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#231712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Zürich in the middle, surrounded by nine shields with the coats of arms of Kyburg,
Grüningen, Regensberg, Eglisau, Greifensee, Andelfingen, Knonau, Wädenswil, and Laufen. Patterned field.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DNE SERVA NOS IN PAC ·
Translation:
Latin (unabridged): Domine conserva nos in pace
English: Lord, keep us in peace
Comment
Struck on a planchet weighing the equivalent of 1¼ thalers.Christian Winterstein lists two examples of this klippe, weighing 39.52g and 36.78g.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin Thaler (Klippe; 1¼ thaler weight) 1559 from City of Zürich made of Silver weighing 39.52 g is that it features a unique design, showcasing the city's coat of arms and other symbols that reflect its rich history and culture.
