4 Franken
| Silver | 29.32 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1813-1814 |
| Value | 4 Franken |
| Currency | Frank (1798-1850) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.32 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#23013 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Standing soldier supporting shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SCHWEIZERe: EIDSGENOSSENt
XIX
CANT.
4.FRANKEN
Edge
Puff pastry
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Franken coin from the Canton of Lucerne is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Switzerland. The early 19th century saw the country transitioning from a loose confederation of states to a more centralized federal state, and the introduction of a new currency system was part of this process. The 4 Franken coin was one of the first coins to be minted under this new system, and it features an image of a Swiss cross, which has become a symbol of Swiss identity and unity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1813 | 3589 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1814 | 44000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Franken 1813-1814 coin.
