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¼ Batzen
| Billon | 0.9 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of St. Gallen |
|---|---|
| Period | Cantonal administration |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1807-1808 |
| Value | ¼ Batzen (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Frank (1803-1850) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#47408 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/4
SCHWEIZ:
BAZEN
1808
Interesting fact
The ¼ Batzen coin from the Canton of St. Gallen, made of Billon and weighing 0.9g, is interesting because it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Switzerland. The coin was issued during the Helvetic Republic (1798-1803), a period of political upheaval and economic instability that saw the introduction of a new currency system. The Billon coinage, which was made of a copper and silver alloy, was introduced to address the shortage of small denomination coins in circulation. Despite the challenges of the time, the ¼ Batzen coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of Switzerland during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1807 K | 162000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1808 K | 202000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Batzen 1807-1808 coin.
