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½ Kreuzer
| Billon | 0.7 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of St. Gallen |
|---|---|
| Period | Cantonal administration |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1808-1817 |
| Value | ½ Kreuzer (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Frank (1803-1850) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#47395 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/2
KREUZER
1816
K
Interesting fact
The ½ Kreuzer coin from the Canton of St. Gallen was minted during a time of economic and political change in Switzerland. The coin was introduced in 1808, just a few years after the Napoleonic Wars, which had a significant impact on the country's economy and currency. The coin's design, featuring the St. Gallen coat of arms and the Swiss cross, reflects the canton's rich history and cultural heritage. Despite its small denomination, the ½ Kreuzer coin played an important role in everyday transactions and was widely used by the local population. Today, it is a sought-after collector's item, offering a glimpse into Switzerland's rich numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1808 K | 111000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1809 K | 118000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1810 K | 101000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1811 K | 99000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1812 K | 175000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1813 K | 149000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1814 K | 114000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1815 K | 136000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1816 K | 238000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Kreuzer 1808-1817 coin.
