1 Batzen / 10 Rappen 1808-1816 front 1 Batzen / 10 Rappen 1808-1816 back
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1 Batzen / 10 Rappen

 
Billon 2.42 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Period
Cantonal administration
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1808-1816
Value
1 Batzen = 10 Rappen (0.1)
Currency
Frank (1808-1816)
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.42 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#24214
Rarity index
68%

Reverse

Dual values within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IEDEM DAS SEINIGE
1
BATZEN
10
*. .*

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Batzen / 10 Rappen coin from the Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Switzerland. In 1808, the country was invaded by Napoleon's army, leading to the establishment of the Helvetic Republic. The coin was minted during this period, and its design reflects the political and economic changes that were taking place. The coin features the coat of arms of the Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden on one side and the value and year of minting on the other. It was made of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, and weighs 2.42 grams. Despite its small size, the coin is a significant piece of Swiss history and a valuable collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1808  332190 - - - - - -
1816  203000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Batzen / 10 Rappen 1808-1816 coin.