Bishopric of Sion Guldiner - Niklaus Schiner, 1498
Information
Country
Bishopric of Sion
Bishopric of Sion
Currency
Thaler
(1475 – 1780)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Guldiner - Niklaus Schiner
Year
1498
Ruler
Nicholas Schiner
(1496–1499)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
28.58
Diameter (mm)
42
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Guldiner - Niklaus Schiner from Bishopric of Sion. Issued in 1498. Struck in Silver. Measures 42 mm and weighs 28.58 g.
- Obverse
- Charlemagne enthroned to left, clasping hilt of sword with St. Theodul who kneels before him.
- Reverse
- Arms of the bishop surrounded by sixteen shields of the districts and lordships of upper and lower Wallis and of Entremont.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1498 | — |
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