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½ Batzen / 5 Rappen
| Billon | 2.47 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Switzerland › Helvetic Republic (1798-1803) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1798-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1799-1803 |
| Value | ½ Batzen (0.05) |
| Currency | Franc (1798-1803) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.47 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#23309 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 36% |
Reverse
Vegetal motifs disposed in a circle. Flowers above and below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
½
BATZEN
1799
Engraver: Johann Franz Huber
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Batzen / 5 Rappen coin from the Helvetic Republic (1798-1803) is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Switzerland. The Helvetic Republic was established in 1798 as a result of the French Revolutionary Wars, and it marked a period of significant social, political, and economic upheaval in the country. Despite this turmoil, the coinage of the Helvetic Republic remained relatively stable, with the ½ Batzen / 5 Rappen coin being one of the most widely used denominations during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1799 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Batzen / 5 Rappen 1799-1803 coin.
