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1 Batzen

1804 year
Billon 2.52 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Canton of Vaud
Period
Cantonal administration
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1804
Value
1 Batzen = 10 Rappen (0.1)
Currency
Franc (1804-1845)
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.52 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#96275
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Dual values within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
Batz
10 RAP

Comment

The KM#7 variety does not have branches on the obverse. The 1804 with branches is KM#8.

Interesting fact

The 1 Batzen 1804 coin from the Canton of Vaud is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Switzerland. The country was transitioning from a collection of independent states to a unified federal state, and the introduction of a standardized currency was an important step in this process. The Batzen coin, which was worth 1/4 of a Swiss franc, was a key part of this effort and was used widely throughout the country. Despite its relatively small denomination, the coin has become a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.