© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
1 Rappen
1804 year| Billon (.040 silver) | 0.65 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of Vaud |
|---|---|
| Period | Cantonal administration |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1804 |
| Value | 1 Rappe (0.01) |
| Currency | Franc (1804-1845) |
| Composition | Billon (.040 silver) |
| Weight | 0.65 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#18604 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
RAPPE
1804
Comment
211,220 pcs. were struck for all vintages (KM#5, 1804 and KM#12, 1807), 7,493 pcs. were withdrawn in 1851.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Rappen 1804 coin from the Canton of Vaud is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Switzerland. The country was facing a severe financial crisis, and the government was forced to debase its currency by reducing the silver content of its coins. Despite this, the 1 Rappen coin still maintained a relatively high silver content of .040, which is unusual for a coin minted during this time period. This fact highlights the efforts of the Canton of Vaud to maintain the value of its currency despite the economic challenges facing the country.