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10 Batzen
| Silver | 7.91 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | City of Solothurn |
|---|---|
| Period | Avoyer and Council of the City and Republic (1760-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1773-1785 |
| Value | 10 Batzen (¼) |
| Currency | Neuthaler (1760-1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.91 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#73750 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
S entwined in center circle of cross within circle, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CUNCTA * PER * DEUM
1785
Interesting fact
The 10 Batzen coin from the City of Solothurn, minted between 1773 and 1785, is interesting because it was one of the first coins to feature a depiction of a Swiss canton on its reverse side. The coin features an image of the Solothurn coat of arms, which includes a bear and a key, symbolizing the city's strength and authority. This design was a departure from the traditional designs used on Swiss coins at the time, which typically featured religious symbols or the coat of arms of the ruling dynasty. The inclusion of the Solothurn coat of arms on the coin was a nod to the city's growing sense of independence and regional identity.
