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© Sincona AG
6 Sols
| Billon | 3 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | City of Geneva |
|---|---|
| Period | Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1795-1797 |
| Value | 6 Sols (2⁄51) |
| Currency | Thaler (1795-1838) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#45081 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Value within wreath made of two branches of pedunculate oak (Quercus robur) with acorns.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POST TENEBRAS LUX
SIX
SOLS
1797
Translation: Light After Darkness
Comment
Varieties are known to exist for this type:• Variety of 1795, Demole #621
Obverse legend: L'AN IV · DE L'EGALITE
Reverse: no mint mark
⸰ Example (2.86 g, uncirculated):
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• Variety of 1795, Demole #624
Obverse legend: L'AN IV · DE L'EGALITᴱ
Reverse: no mint mark
⸰ Example (2.86 g, uncirculated):
©️ Sincona
• Variety of 1795, Demole #625
Obverse legend: L'AN · IV · DE · L'EGALITE
Reverse: "T B" below value
• Variant 1796, Demole #628
Obverse legend: L'AN IV DE L'EGALITᴱ.
Reverse: no mint mark
⸰ Example (2.45 g, 24 mm):
©️ Monnaies d'Antan
• Variant of 1797, Demole #629
Obverse legend: L'AN 6 DE L'EGALITE
Reverse: no mint mark
⸰ Example (extremely fine - uncirculated):
©️ Sincona
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 6 Sols 1795-1797 from City of Geneva made of Billon weighing 3 g is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in France. The French Revolution, which began in 1789 and lasted for over a decade, had a significant impact on the country's currency and monetary system. The introduction of the Billon coin, which was made of a copper and silver alloy, was a response to the shortage of precious metals and the need for a more durable and practical currency. Despite its humble composition, the 6 Sols coin remained a widely used and highly valued denomination during this period, reflecting the resilience and resourcefulness of the French people during a time of great upheaval.
