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20 Schillings
| Silver | 7.30 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1783-1798 |
| Value | 20 Schilling (¼) |
| Currency | Thaler (1700-1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.30 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#48695 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
XX
SCHIL
LING
1792
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Schillings coin from the City of Zurich is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Switzerland. The coin was introduced in 1783, just a few years after the Swiss Confederation was formed, and it remained in circulation until 1798, when the French Revolutionary Wars led to the occupation of Switzerland and the introduction of a new currency. Despite the turmoil of this period, the 20 Schillings coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, and it is still highly sought after by collectors today.
