½ Duplone 1797 front ½ Duplone 1797 back
½ Duplone 1797 photo
© Sincona AG

½ Duplone

1797 year
Gold (.900) 3.82 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Bern
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1797
Value
½ Duplone
Currency
Thaler (1646-1798)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
3.82 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#88210
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Standing Swiss with fasces, date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUS PROVIDEBIT
1797

Comment

Examples of this type:

Example 1797 (3.79g, Uncirculated):

© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3723. Sold for 1,600 CHF.

Example 1797 (3.81g, About Uncirculated):

© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3724. Sold for 1,100 CHF.

Interesting fact

The ½ Duplone 1797 from City of Bern is a rare and valuable coin, with only 2000 pieces minted. It is made of gold (.900) and weighs 3.82 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of a bear, which is the symbol of the city of Bern, and the reverse side featuring a depiction of the Swiss coat of arms. This coin is highly sought after by collectors and numismatists due to its rarity and historical significance, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1797  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Duplone 1797 coin.