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Rechenpfennig - Pyramus and Thisbe - "Avt Caesar Avt Nihil", by Hans I Krauwinckel ND
| Brass | 4.1 g | 27.7 mm |
| Location | Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Utility items › Counter tokens |
| Years | 1566-1586 |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 27.7 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#359191 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Representation of Pyramus and Thisbe near the tomb of Nimus in the shade of the mulberry tree, a story taken from Greek mythology.
Legend around on a beaded edge and abbreviated name of the engraver in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIRAMVS ET THISBE ✿
HANNS KRAV.
Engraver: Hans Krauwinckel
Edge
Plain
Comment
Engraver: Hans I Krauwinckel (1562-1586)Neumann 32258
La Tour, Collection Rouyer 4575
Barnard 38 (Page 214)
