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1 Rappen
Billon | 0.66 g | 14.5 mm |
Issuer | Switzerland › Helvetic Republic (1798-1803) |
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Period | Republic (1798-1803) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1800-1802 |
Value | 1 Rappen (0.01) |
Currency | Franc (1798-1803) |
Composition | Billon |
Weight | 0.66 g |
Diameter | 14.5 mm |
Thickness | 1 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#23310 |
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Rarity index | 55% |
Reverse
Wreath formed of two oak (Quercus robur) branches with acorns, tied with a ribbon at the bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
RAPPEN
1802
Engraver: Johann Franz Huber
Interesting fact
The 1 Rappen coin from the Helvetic Republic (1798-1803) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Switzerland. The Helvetic Republic was established in 1798 as a result of the French Revolution and the invasion of Switzerland by French troops. The new government aimed to create a more centralized and modern state, and the minting of the 1 Rappen coin was part of this effort. The coin was made of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, and weighed 0.66 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the 1 Rappen coin played an important role in the economy of the Helvetic Republic and remains a valuable collector's item today.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1801 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rappen 1800-1802 coin.