© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
½ Batzen
1628 year| Billon | 1.91 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Valais |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1628 |
| Value | ½ Batzen = 2 Groschen (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler (1627-1630) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.91 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#199662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Cross fleury with fleurs de lis in cantons.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ★ S · THEODOLVS · 1628
Interesting fact
The ½ Batzen coin from the Republic of Valais, made of Billon and weighing 1.91g, is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Republic of Valais was a short-lived state that existed from 1628 to 1634, and this coin was likely minted to address the need for small denomination coinage during a period of high inflation. Despite its relatively low value, the coin is a rare and valuable collector's item today, with only a few examples known to exist in numismatic collections.
