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5 Batzen
| Silver | 3.96 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of St. Gallen |
|---|---|
| Period | Cantonal administration |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1810-1813 |
| Value | 5 Batzen (0.5) |
| Currency | Frank (1803-1850) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.96 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#73253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5.
BAZEN
K
Interesting fact
The 5 Batzen coin from the Canton of St. Gallen, issued between 1810 and 1813, features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual coat of arms or other symbols, it depicts a scene of a farmer and his wife working in a field, surrounded by trees and a mountain range in the background. This design was meant to represent the canton's strong agricultural tradition and the importance of hard work and self-sufficiency.