Batzen 1622 front Batzen 1622 back
Batzen 1622 photo
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Batzen

1622 year
Billon 2.68 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Solothurn
Period
Avoyer and Council of the City and Republic (1760-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1622
Value
1 Batzen (1⁄17)
Currency
Thaler (1622-1642)
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.68 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#100157
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Saint Martin facing right dividing date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
·SANCTVS·VRSVS·MART
16 22

Translation: Saint Ursus, Martyr

Interesting fact

The Batzen 1622 from the City of Solothurn is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples remaining in existence. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe, with the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648) having a significant impact on the region. Despite the challenges of this period, the Batzen 1622 remains a testament to the craftsmanship and resilience of the mint workers and the people of Solothurn.