Rappen - Johann Konrad II von Reinach-Hirzbach
| Billon | 0.41 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Basel |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | John Conrad of Reinach-Hirtzbach (Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach) (1705-1737) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1718-1719 |
| Value | 1 Rappen = 1 Vierer (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Thaler (1575-1793) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.41 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#113996 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend and date within branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA
·NOVA·
·1719·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Rappen coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Bishopric of Basel. The coin was issued during the reign of Johann Konrad II von Reinach-Hirzbach, who was the Prince-Bishop of Basel from 1718 to 1719. This period saw significant changes in the region's economy, including the introduction of new currency and the rise of trade and commerce. Despite these changes, the Rappen coin remained a stable and widely used form of currency, reflecting the importance of the Bishopric of Basel as a economic and political power in the region.
