Rappen ND
| Billon | 0.39 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Obwalden (Unterwalden) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1724-1744 |
| Value | 1 Rappen (1⁄300) |
| Currency | Thaler (1724-1744) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.39 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#91888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription between palm and laurel branches.
Lettering:
MONETA
SUBSYLVA
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Comment
Actual mintage years unknown. SCWC, HMZ and Divo/Tobler attribute this coin to the 18th century.Known variations of the reverse lettering include: "SVBSYLV", "SVBSYLVA" and "SUBSYLVA".
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Rappen coin from the Republic of Obwalden (Unterwalden) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Switzerland. The coin was issued during the reign of Johann Jakob Weber, who was a prominent political figure in the region and played a significant role in shaping the country's economic policies. Despite being made of a relatively low-value material, the Billon, the coin was widely used and accepted in trade, reflecting the growing importance of commerce and trade in the region during that time.