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4 Franken
1812 year| Silver | 29.87 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden |
|---|---|
| Period | Cantonal administration |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1812 |
| Value | 4 Franken |
| Currency | Frank (1808-1816) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.87 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#24441 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Soldier supporting sword and shield, value below in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SCHWEIZER: EIDSGENOSSᵀ:
XIX
CAN=
TONE
4. FRANKᴺ:
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 4 Franken coin from Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden made of Silver weighing 29.87 g is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Switzerland. The coin was issued in 1812, just a few years after the Congress of Vienna, which had established a new political order in Europe following the Napoleonic Wars. The coin's design, featuring the coat of arms of the Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden on one side and the Swiss cross on the other, reflects the newfound independence and sovereignty of the Swiss cantons during this period. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting was a deliberate choice, as it was a valuable and durable metal that was widely accepted as a medium of exchange at the time. Overall, this coin serves as a fascinating example of the economic and political history of Switzerland during the early 19th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1812 | 2357 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Franken 1812 coin.
