© CGB
© CGB
½ Batzen
| Billon | 1.9 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of the Grisons |
|---|---|
| Period | Cantonal administration |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1807-1820 |
| Value | ½ Batzen (0.05) |
| Currency | Frank (1803-1850) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#24209 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Value within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
½
SCHWEIZ:
BATZEN
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Batzen coin from the Canton of the Grisons, made of Billon and weighing 1.9 g, is interesting because it was used as a form of currency in the canton during a time of economic and political change. The Grisons was a rural canton in eastern Switzerland that had a unique political and economic system, and the use of this coin reflects the canton's efforts to maintain its independence and sovereignty during a period of political upheaval in Europe.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1807 | 75000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1820 B | 60000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Batzen 1807-1820 coin.
