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1 Batzen
| Billon | 2.52 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Cantonal administration |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1805-1810 |
| Value | 1 Batzen (0.1) |
| Currency | Frank (1805-1850) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.52 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#24093 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
BATZEN
1810
Edge
Plain
Comment
There are some differences between the years.For example, the coin dated 1806:
On the obverse, the coat of arms clearly differs from the picture used above,
on the reverse, the value is a roman numeral "I" in stead of a modern numeral "1" on the picture above.
Interesting fact
The 1 Batzen coin from the Canton of Basel, made of Billon and weighing 2.52g, is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Napoleonic Wars had recently ended, and the Congress of Vienna was held in 1815, which led to the reorganization of Europe's political landscape. Additionally, this coin was issued during the height of the Industrial Revolution, which brought about significant changes in the way goods were produced and traded. The fact that this coin was made of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, also speaks to the technological advancements of the time, as it was a more cost-effective and efficient material to use in coin production.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1810 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Batzen 1805-1810 coin.
