© lolorose34
© lolorose34
½ Batzen - Franz Friedrich
| Billon | 1.9 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Sion (Valais) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Francis Joseph Frederick Ambuel (Franz Joseph Friedrich Ambuel) (1760-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1776-1777 |
| Value | ½ Batzen (1⁄56) |
| Currency | Thaler (1475-1780) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#39975 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Small double-headed eagle above shield with stars that divides date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COM. ET PRÆ. REIP. VALL.
7 6
Interesting fact
The ½ Batzen coin from the Bishopric of Sion (Valais) made of Billon and weighing 1.9 g is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Bishopric of Sion was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the coin was minted during the reign of Franz Friedrich, who was the Prince-Bishop of Sion from 1776 to 1777. This coin was likely used for everyday transactions and represents a unique piece of history from that time period.
