City of Solothurn Guldiner, 1501
Information
Country
City of Solothurn
City of Solothurn
Currency
Guldiner
(15 – 1579)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Guldiner
Year
1501
Ruler
Avoyer and Council of the City and Republic
(1760–1798)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
28.68
Diameter (mm)
46
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Guldiner from City of Solothurn. Issued in 1501. Struck in Silver. Measures 46 mm and weighs 28.68 g.
- Obverse
- Double-headed eagle above arms of Solothurn within circle, surrounded by twelve smaller shields. (Money of Solothurn)
- Reverse
- Full-length figure of saint in armor facing right. Flag with cross in right hand, hilt of sword in left. (Saint Ursus, Martyr)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1501 | — | 2-820c, Obv: Gothic lettering | ||
| 1501 | — | 2-820d, Obv: Antique lettering | ||
| ND (1500-1550) | — | 2-820a, Obv: Gothic lettering | ||
| ND (1500-1550) | — | 2-820b, Obv: Antique lettering |
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