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6 Florins, 4 Sols, 6 Deniers
1795 year| Silver | 14.9 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | City of Geneva |
|---|---|
| Period | Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1795 |
| Value | 6 Florins, 4 Sols, 6 Deniers = ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1795-1838) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.9 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#24175 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Value in center of large radiant sun, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POST * TENEBRAS * LUX
VI.
FLORINS
IV.ˢVIᴰ
W
* 1795 *
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1795 Geneva 6 Florins, 4 Sols, 6 Deniers silver coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and social upheaval in Europe, particularly in France, where the French Revolution was underway. The coin's design, which features the coat of arms of Geneva and the surrounding text, "Cité de Genève," was likely meant to symbolize the city's independence and sovereignty during this tumultuous period. Despite the chaos, the coin's mintage was relatively high, with an estimated 20,000 coins produced. Today, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
