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20 Batzen
1813 year| Silver | 14.7 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Cantonal administration |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1813 |
| Value | 20 Batzen |
| Currency | Frank (1806-1848) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.7 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#50834 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend and date within thin wreath, two
berries below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOMINE
CONSERVA
NOS IN
PACE
1813
Comment
There are three similar varieties of the 1813 Zurich 20 Batzen.KM#186: Four berries below date on reverse.
KM#187: Short garlands on obverse, two berries below date.
KM#188: Long garlands on obverse, two berries below date.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Batzen 1813 coin from the Canton of Zurich is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Switzerland. The country was transitioning from a medieval society to a modern, federal state, and the introduction of a standardized currency was an important step in this process. The 20 Batzen coin, made of silver and weighing 14.7 grams, was a significant denomination at the time and played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce within the Canton of Zurich and beyond.
