Duplone 1797 front Duplone 1797 back
Duplone 1797 photo
© Sincona AG

Duplone

1797 year
Gold 7.65 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Bern
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1797
Value
1 Duplone
Currency
Thaler (1646-1798)
Composition
Gold
Weight
7.65 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#199826
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Standing warrior with halberd in right hand and fasces with battle ax in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUS PROVIDEBIT
1797

Comment

Examples of this type:

Example 1797 (7.60g, Extremely Fine - Uncirculated):

© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3722. Sold for 2,400 CHF.

Interesting fact

The Duplone coin from the City of Bern, made of gold and weighing 7.65g, is a rare and valuable coin. It was minted in 1797 and features an image of a bear, which is the symbol of Bern, on one side, and an eagle on the other. The coin was used as a standard circulation coin and was widely used in trade and commerce during its time. Interestingly, the Duplone coin was also used as a means of promoting the city of Bern and its reputation as a financial center. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of gold were meant to convey the city's wealth and prosperity. Today, the Duplone coin is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable piece of numismatic history.