Up for an auction is ULTRA RARE early Swiss silver coin issued by the Monetary Union of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden, three founding cantons of the Old Swiss Confederacy. This joint coinage represents one of the earliest coordinated monetary systems in Swiss history. The Dicken: 1503-1548 (also known as Testone) corresponds to ¼ Guldiner and was a high-value denomination widely used in regional and cross-Alpine trade during the early 16th century. Specifications: Issuer: Monetary Union of Uri, Schwyz & Unterwalden Denomination: 1 Dicken / Testone (¼ Guldiner) Date range: 1503–1548 Material: Silver Fineness: approx. .875 (varies by issue) Minting: Hammered Period: Early Modern / Renaissance Europe Historical context: The Dicken/Testone was influenced by contemporary Italian silver coinage, reflecting strong economic ties between Switzerland and Northern Italy. Coins from this monetary union predate a unified Swiss state and illustrate early economic cooperation between autonomous cantons. Condition: Ultra rare im this condition becouse most of the coins are found without any details or damaged. Excellent condition consistent with age. No damage and original edge with no signs of clipping. Remarks: Over 500 years old Early Swiss Confederacy issue Historically important silver denomination Highly collectible medieval/early modern European coin Ultra rare and authentic See images for correct impression!