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© Sincona AG
½ Decime
1794 year| Silver | 2.95 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | City of Geneva |
|---|---|
| Period | Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1794 |
| Value | ½ Decime = 5 Centime (0.05) |
| Currency | Genevoise (1794) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.95 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#191122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value in center of clock face with roman numerals. Legend surrounding with mint mark at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LES HEURES SONT DES TRESORS.
CINQ
CENTIMIES
L'AN III·DE
LEGALITE
T·B
Interesting fact
The ½ Decime 1794 coin from the City of Geneva is interesting because it was minted during a time of great political and social change in Europe. The French Revolution had begun in 1789, and the City of Geneva, which was then a republic, had recently become a member of the French First Republic. This coin, made of silver and weighing 2.95 grams, was likely used in everyday transactions during this time of upheaval and transformation.
