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3 Pistoles
1771 year| Gold (.920) | 16.95 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | City of Geneva |
|---|---|
| Period | Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1771 |
| Value | 3 Pistoles (140⁄17) |
| Currency | Thaler (1535-1792) |
| Composition | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 16.95 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#24235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
IHS in center of large radiant sun, inverted date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POST TENEBRAS LUX * 1771 *
IHS
Interesting fact
The 3 Pistoles 1771 coin from the City of Geneva is interesting because it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe. The coin was issued just a few years before the French Revolution, which had a profound impact on the European monetary system and the use of gold coins like this one. Despite the turmoil of the time, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, a testament to the enduring value of gold and the craftsmanship of the minting process.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1771 | 1910 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Pistoles 1771 coin.
