© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
20 Rappen Coat of arms; billon; trial
1875 year| Billon (.150 silver) (15% silver, 65% copper, 10% nickel, 10% zinc) | 3.25 g | 21.05 mm |
| Issuer | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal State (1848-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1875 |
| Value | 20 Rappen 0.20 CHF = USD 0.23 |
| Currency | Franc (1850-date) |
| Composition | Billon (.150 silver) (15% silver, 65% copper, 10% nickel, 10% zinc) |
| Weight | 3.25 g |
| Diameter | 21.05 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#277909 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wreath formed of two alpine rose springs with flowers tied with a ribbon below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20
B
Designer: Carl Friedrich Voigt
Edge
Plain.
Comment
Two known pieces according to Jürg Richter Die Proben und Materialvarianten von Schweizer Münzen, 2016.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Rappen coin from Switzerland is that it was minted as a trial coin in 1875, and it features a unique blend of metals, including 15% silver, 65% copper, 10% nickel, and 10% zinc. This combination of metals, known as billon, was used to create a coin that was both durable and affordable. The use of billon in coinage was a common practice in Europe during the 19th century, and the Pattern 20 Rappen coin is a rare example of this practice.
