Bluzger 1738 front Bluzger 1738 back
Bluzger 1738 photo
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Bluzger

1738 year
Billon 0.6 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden
Period
Cantonal administration (1597-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1738
Value
1 Bluzger (1⁄180)
Currency
Thaler (1737-1744)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.6 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#99134
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cruciform within inner circle, date in legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DEVS · EXAUDI ? · 17 ⁕ 38 · ?

Comment

Reference:
Schilling #22 in "Die Münzen des Kantons Appenzell", published in Bulletin de la Société suisse de Numismatique, pp 181-201, vol. 8, 1889, http://doi.org/10.5169/seals-171278

Interesting fact

The Bluzger 1738 coin from the Canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden is notable for its unique design, featuring a depiction of a bird, known as the "Bluzger," on one side, and the coat of arms of the canton on the other. The use of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, in the coin's minting process adds to its historical significance, as it was a common practice in the region during that time period.