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1 Rappen

 
Billon 0.7 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Canton of Bern
Period
Republic
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1818-1836
Value
1 Rappen (0.01)
Currency
Frank (1798-1850)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.7 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#17826
Rarity index
70%

Reverse

Values and date within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
RAPPEN
1836

Edge

Plain

Comment

Similar to KM#172 (with lettering "CANTON").

Interesting fact

The 1 Rappen coin from the Canton of Bern, made of Billon and weighing 0.7 grams, is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Switzerland. The coin was introduced in 1818, just a few years after the Congress of Vienna, which established the Swiss Confederation and led to the creation of the Swiss franc as the country's official currency. The use of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, was a common practice during this time period, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver or gold coins. Despite its small denomination, this coin is a valuable piece of Swiss history and a testament to the country's economic development during the early 19th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1836  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rappen 1818-1836 coin.