1 Rappen (Silver trial strike) ND (1773) front 1 Rappen (Silver trial strike) ND (1773) back
1 Rappen (Silver trial strike) ND (1773) photo
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1 Rappen Silver trial strike ND

1773 year
Silver 1.1 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Lucerne
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Pattern
Year
1773
Value
1 Rappen = 1⁄360 Neuthaler
Currency
New Thaler (1773-1797)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.1 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#345386
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Inscription in two lines. Scrolls below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
I
RAPEN

Translation: 1 rappen.

Comment

The weight varies 1.0-2.7 g.
Th diametre varies 17-19.5 mm.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Rappen (Silver trial strike) ND (1773) from City of Lucerne is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples existing in the world. It is considered a numismatic treasure and highly sought after by collectors.