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© Sincona AG
Haller "Bäggeli" ND
| Billon | 0.15 g | 12.0 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1415-1648) Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1550-1656 |
| Value | 1 Haller (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Thaler (1550-1656) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.15 g |
| Diameter | 12.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#137964 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Uniface. Incuse impression of the obverse.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Varieties:Variety 1 (Wielandt# 57)
Obverse: Bishop with rounded face and chubby cheeks, with rounded mitre with central bridge.
Variety 2 (Wielandt# 57a)
Obverse: Eyes, cheeks, chin and nose as six thick pellets.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Haller "Bäggeli" coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the city of Lucerne during a time of economic turmoil. The coin was minted during the Thirty Years' War, a conflict that devastated much of Europe and led to widespread economic hardship. Despite this, the Haller "Bäggeli" coin remained a stable form of currency, and its value was trusted by merchants and traders. This speaks to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Lucerne during a difficult period in history.
