5 Rappen
1826 year| Billon | 1.8 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of Bern |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1826 |
| Value | 5 Rappen = ½ Batzen (0.05) |
| Currency | Frank (1798-1850) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#22985 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Cross with ornamentation in angles within beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DIE CONCORDIER•CANTONE DER SCHWEIZ
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Comment
Similar to KM#193 (cross in quadrilobe).Interesting fact
The 5 Rappen 1826 coin from the Canton of Bern was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Switzerland, known as the "Billonage" period. This period saw the widespread use of billon, a type of alloy made from a mixture of copper and silver, in the production of coins. The use of billon was a cost-saving measure, as it was cheaper than using pure silver or gold. Despite the economic challenges of the time, the 5 Rappen coin remained a widely used and popular denomination, and many examples have survived to the present day.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1826 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Rappen 1826 coin.
