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Batzen
1617 year| Billon | 2.35 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bern |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1353-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1617 |
| Value | 1 Batzen (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Thaler (1612-1624) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.35 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Imperial eagle within circle, date above in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + BERCHT · DVX · ZERI · FVNDATOR · 1617
Comment
Variations of the 1617 Batzen:KM #13; Date divided by shield on obverse
KM #14; Date in legend on reverse.
KM #15; Date in legend on obverse.
Examples of this type:
• Example #1 (2.35g, About Very Fine):
© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG:
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3551. Sold for 950 CHF.
Interesting fact
The Batzen 1617 from the City of Bern is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Switzerland, with the country transitioning from a loose confederation of states to a more centralized government. This coin is a tangible reminder of that pivotal moment in Swiss history.
