1 Angster 1839-1843 front 1 Angster 1839-1843 back
1 Angster 1839-1843 photo
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1 Angster

 
Copper 0.6 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Canton of Lucerne
Period
Republic
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1839-1843
Value
1 Angster (1⁄240)
Currency
Frank (1798-1850)
Composition
Copper
Weight
0.6 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#47433
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Value within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
ANGSTER
1839

Interesting fact

The 1 Angster coin from the Canton of Lucerne was designed by Swiss engraver and medalist, Carl Friedrich Voigt. Voigt was a prominent artist of his time and is known for his work on various coins and medals, including the Swiss Federal coat of arms. The 1 Angster coin features an image of a seated Helvetia, the national personification of Switzerland, on the obverse side, and a shield with the Lucerne cantonal coat of arms on the reverse side. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the unity and independence of Switzerland.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1839  300000 - - - - - -
1843  165446 - - - - - -

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