½ Batzen - Alexandre Berthier 1807 front ½ Batzen - Alexandre Berthier 1807 back
½ Batzen - Alexandre Berthier 1807 photo
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½ Batzen - Alexandre Berthier

1807 year
Billon 1.75 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Neuchâtel
Prince
Louis-Alexander Berthier (1806-1814)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1807
Value
½ Batzen (1⁄42)
Currency
Thaler (1786-1848)
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.75 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#187140
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Value within wreath of laurel (Laurus nobilis) and oak (Quercus); date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
2 \1
BATZ
PRINCIPAUTE DE NEUCHATEL
1807

Interesting fact

The ½ Batzen coin from the Principality of Neuchâtel, minted in 1807 under the reign of Alexandre Berthier, was made of Billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals. Despite being made of a relatively inexpensive material, the coin still holds significant historical value and is highly sought after by collectors today.