1 Rappen
1804 year| Copper | 1.17 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1804 |
| Value | 1 Rappen (0.01) |
| Currency | Frank (1798-1850) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.17 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#48095 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Value and date within laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
RAPEN
1804
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Rappen 1804 coin from the Canton of Lucerne is interesting because it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Switzerland. In 1803, the Swiss Confederation was formed, and the country began to shift towards a more centralized government. This coin, minted in 1804, reflects this change, as it features the new coat of arms of the Canton of Lucerne, which was designed to reflect the canton's new status within the Confederation. Additionally, the coin's copper composition and relatively low weight of 1.17 grams make it a unique and interesting example of early 19th-century Swiss coinage.
