2 Duplones 1794 front 2 Duplones 1794 back
2 Duplones 1794 photo
© Sincona AG

2 Duplones

1794 year
Gold 15.10 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Bern
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1794
Value
2 Duplone
Currency
Thaler (1646-1798)
Composition
Gold
Weight
15.10 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#199039
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Warrior standing, facing half right. Holding halberd in right hand and fascia with ax in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEVS PROVIDEBIT
1794

Comment

Examples of this type:

Example #1 (15.10g, About Uncirculated):

© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3692. Sold for 3,600 CHF.

Interesting fact

The 2 Duplones 1794 coin from the City of Bern is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples remaining in existence. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic upheaval in Switzerland, with the French Revolutionary Wars having a significant impact on the country's economy and currency. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, with intricate designs and inscriptions that showcase the skill of the mint's engravers and craftsmen.