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½ Batzen - Franz-Joseph Supersaxo
| Billon | 1.6 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Sion (Valais) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Francis Joseph Supersaxo (Franz Joseph Supersaxo) (1701-1734) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1708-1722 |
| Value | ½ Batzen (1⁄56) |
| Currency | Thaler (1475-1780) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#31755 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 63% |
Reverse
Eagle above shield dividing date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRÆF · ET · COM · REIP · VALL
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Batzen coin from the Bishopric of Sion (Valais) is that it was minted during the reign of Franz-Joseph Supersaxo, who was the Prince-Bishop of Sion from 1708 to 1722. This coin was made of Billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, typically copper, silver, and sometimes gold. The coin weighs 1.6 grams and was used as a standard circulation coin during Supersaxo's rule.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1708 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1721 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Batzen - Franz-Joseph Supersaxo 1708-1722 coin.
