© CGB
© CGB
5 Batzen
| Silver | 4.3 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | City of Solothurn |
|---|---|
| Period | Avoyer and Council of the City and Republic (1760-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1787-1795 |
| Value | 5 Batzen (⅛) |
| Currency | Neuthaler (1760-1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#24169 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
S entwined in cross within circle, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CUNCTA PER DEUM
* 1795 *
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Batzen coin from the City of Solothurn, minted between 1787 and 1795, is interesting because it was one of the first coins to feature a depiction of a Swiss canton on its reverse side. The coin features an image of the Solothurn coat of arms, which includes a bear and a key, symbolizing the city's strength and authority. This design was a departure from the traditional designs used on Swiss coins at the time, which typically featured the Swiss cross or other national symbols. The inclusion of the Solothurn coat of arms on the coin highlights the city's independence and unique identity within the Swiss Confederation.
