Angster
| Copper | - | 15 mm |
| Issuer | City of Schwyz |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1773-1780 |
| Value | 1 Angster (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Gulden (1776-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#24030 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Value, date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EIN
ANGSTER
1779
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Angster coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Switzerland. The country was transitioning from a feudal society to a more modern, federal state, and the coinage of the time reflects this shift. The Angster coin was one of the first coins to be minted by the City of Schwyz, and it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of the time. The coin's obverse features a portrait of a crowned eagle, while the reverse features a shield with the city's coat of arms. This design was meant to symbolize the city's independence and sovereignty, and it has become a beloved symbol of Schwyz's rich history and culture.
