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1 Gulden

1797 year
Silver 11.40 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Schwyz
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1797
Value
1 Gulden
Currency
Gulden (1776-1797)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.40 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#23529
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NOMEN DOMINI TURRIS FORTISSIMA
1797

Interesting fact

The 1 Gulden 1797 coin from the City of Schwyz was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Switzerland. The French Revolution had a significant impact on Switzerland, leading to the Helvetic Republic being established in 1798, which replaced the old Swiss Confederation. This coin was minted during this transition period, making it a unique piece of history.