Vierer - Hildebrand I 1572-1575 front Vierer - Hildebrand I 1572-1575 back
Vierer - Hildebrand I 1572-1575 photo
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Vierer - Hildebrand I

 
Billon 0.58 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Sion (Valais)
Bishop
Hildebrand I of Riedmatten (1565-1604)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1572-1575
Value
1 Vierer (1⁄160)
Currency
Thaler (1475-1780)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.58 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#109640
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross within circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + S+THEODOLVS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Vierer - Hildebrand I 1572-1575 from Bishopric of Sion (Valais) made of Billon weighing 0.58 g is that it features a unique design, with an image of a bishop on one side and a coat of arms on the other. This design was used to signify the coin's origins and authenticity, and it has become a distinctive feature of this particular coin.