City of Zürich ½ Dicken "Zwölfer", 1608
Information
Country
City of Zürich
City of Zürich
Currency
Dicken
(1561 – 1621)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Dicken
Year
1608
Rulers
Rudolph II (Rudolf II)
(1576–1612)
, Republic
(1648–1798)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
4.64
Diameter (mm)
28.3
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Dicken from City of Zürich. Issued in 1608. Struck in Silver. Measures 28.3 mm and weighs 4.64 g.
- Obverse
- Rampant lion facing left holding globus cruciger in right arm and sword on its left shoulder. Asquare shield with the ornate coat of arms of Zürich at its feet. (New coin of Zürich.)
- Reverse
- Displayed double-headed eagle with value in a round cartouche on its chest. (Of the imperial city.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1608 | — |
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