½ Kreuzer 1707 front ½ Kreuzer 1707 back
½ Kreuzer 1707 photo
© Sincona AG

½ Kreuzer

1707 year
Gold 1.11 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Bern
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Pattern
Year
1707
Value
½ Kreuzer (1⁄320)
Currency
Thaler (1646-1798)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.11 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#198966
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross pattée with ornaments in cantons.

Script: Latin

Lettering: BERCH ZÆR DUX 1707

Comment

Pattern for HMZ 2-226b.
2-4 known pieces varying between 0.82-1.09g. (Richter Pr 1-178)

The piece in the main image (1.11g, Very Fine - Extremely Fine):
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3614. Sold for 3,200 CHF.

Interesting fact

The Pattern ½ Kreuzer 1707 from City of Bern made of Gold weighing 1.11 g is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is considered a significant piece of numismatic history, as it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin's design features the coat of arms of the City of Bern, and its gold content makes it a highly sought-after collector's item.