3 Schillings / 9 Rappen 1806 front 3 Schillings / 9 Rappen 1806 back
3 Schillings / 9 Rappen 1806 photo
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3 Schillings / 9 Rappen

1806 year
Billon 2.22 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Canton of Glarus
Period
Cantonal administration
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1806
Value
3 Schilling = 9 Rappen (3⁄40)
Currency
Frank (1806-1847)
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.22 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#96482
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Dual values within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
III
SCHILLING
9.RAPPEN

Interesting fact

The 3 Schillings / 9 Rappen 1806 coin from the Canton of Glarus is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Switzerland. The coin was issued during the Helvetic Republic, which was established in 1798 and lasted until 1803, when Switzerland became a confederation of cantons. The coin's design, featuring the coat of arms of Glarus and the value in both Schillings and Rappen, reflects the canton's independence and sovereignty during this period. Additionally, the use of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, was a common practice during this time due to the scarcity of precious metals.