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Obverse © Moineau 25 (CC BY-SA)
½ Batzen
| Billon | 1.7 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Obwalden (Unterwalden) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1726-1728 |
| Value | ½ Batzen (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler (1724-1744) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#20822 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Floreated cross with ornaments in fields.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DILEXIT DOMINVS DECOREM IVSTIT. *1726*
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Batzen coin from the Republic of Obwalden (Unterwalden) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Switzerland. The coin was issued during the reign of Johann Jakob Fries, who was a prominent politician and military leader in the region. Fries was known for his efforts to modernize the economy and military of Obwalden, and the minting of this coin was likely a part of those efforts. Despite its small denomination, the ½ Batzen coin would have been an important part of everyday commerce in the region during this time.
