10 Schillings 1786 front 10 Schillings 1786 back
10 Schillings 1786 photo
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10 Schillings

1786 year
Silver 2.48 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Schwyz
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1786
Value
10 Schilling = ¼ Gulden
Currency
Gulden (1776-1797)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.48 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#23877
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Value, date within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
X
SCHIL
LING
1786

Interesting fact

The 10 Schillings 1786 coin from the City of Schwyz is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Joseph II, who was known for his enlightened reforms and attempts to centralize power. The coin's design, which features the coat of arms of Schwyz and the imperial eagle, reflects the political and cultural influences of the time. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 2.48 grams suggests that it was a significant coin with a high monetary value, making it an interesting piece of numismatic history.