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½ Batzen - Franz-Joseph Supersaxo
1721 year| Billon | 1.53 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Sion (Valais) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Francis Joseph Supersaxo (Franz Joseph Supersaxo) (1701-1734) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1721 |
| Value | ½ Batzen (1⁄56) |
| Currency | Thaler (1475-1780) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.53 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#60838 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
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 - Franz-Joseph Supersaxo 1721 coin from the Bishopric of Sion (Valais) is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper. This was a common practice in the early 18th century, as it allowed for the production of coins with a lower silver content, making them more affordable and accessible to the general population. Despite being made of a less valuable metal, the coin still holds historical significance and is a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
