Bishopric of Sion 20 Kreuzers - Franz Friedrich Ambüel, 1777
Information
Country
Bishopric of Sion
Bishopric of Sion
Currency
Thaler
(1475 – 1780)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
20 Kreuzers
Year
1777
Ruler
Francis Joseph Frederick Ambuel (Franz Joseph Friedrich Ambuel)
(1760–1780)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
3.91
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
Yes
Description
20 Kreuzers from Bishopric of Sion. Issued in 1777. Struck in Silver. Measures 27 mm and weighs 3.91 g.
- Obverse
- Mitre above ornate oval arms, divided date below.
- Reverse
- Virgin Mary holding sceptre in right hand and baby Jesus in left arm, emerging from a cloud, with rays behind and nimbate with seven 5-pointed stars. Coat of arms of Valais on oval shield below.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1777 | — |
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