© Bulletin de la Société suisse de Numismatique
© Bulletin de la Société suisse de Numismatique
20 Kreuzers
1738 year| Silver | 3.99 g |
| Issuer | Canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden |
|---|---|
| Period | Cantonal administration (1597-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1738 |
| Value | 20 Kreuzers (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler (1737-1744) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#187157 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value within wreath of palm (Arecaceae) leaves.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20
KREUZER
· 1738 ·
T
Comment
Reference:#5 in "Die Münzen des Kantons Appenzell", published in Bulletin de la Société suisse de Numismatique, pp 181-201, vol. 8, 1889, http://doi.org/10.5169/seals-171278
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Kreuzers 1738 coin from Canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual coat of arms or other symbols commonly found on coins, this coin features a depiction of a beehive, which was a symbol of industry and hard work in the region. This design was specifically chosen to represent the canton's values of diligence and thriftiness.
