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½ Duplone
1796 year| Gold (.900) | 3.82 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | City of Solothurn |
|---|---|
| Period | Avoyer and Council of the City and Republic (1760-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1796 |
| Value | ½ Duplone (2) |
| Currency | Neuthaler (1760-1798) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 3.82 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#24071 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Standing Saint with flag, slanted sword behind, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S·URSUS MARTYR
1796·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Duplone 1796 from City of Solothurn is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic upheaval in Switzerland. The French Revolution had a significant impact on Switzerland, leading to the Helvetic Republic being established in 1798, and the coin's mintage was likely a response to the economic and political changes of the time.
