Batzen
| Billon | 2.18 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1218-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1633 |
| Value | 1 Batzen (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1651) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.18 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#48694 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crown over two-headed eagle
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1623·CIVITA:IMPERIALIS*
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin also exists in Klippe form: KM#41Interesting fact
The Batzen coin from the City of Zurich, made of Billon and weighing 2.18g, is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during a time of economic and political change in Europe. The Batzen was introduced in 1623 as a replacement for the earlier Zurich Gulden, and it remained in circulation until 1633. During this time, the City of Zurich was a significant trading center, and the Batzen coin was likely used in many commercial transactions. Despite its relatively small weight, the Batzen was an important symbol of the city's economic power and influence.
