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Rappen Silver trial strike
| Silver | 1.5 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Lucerne |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1774-1787 |
| Value | 1 Rappen (1⁄360) |
| Currency | New Thaler (1773-1797) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#178470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription in three lines. Ornamental cartouche around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
RAPEN
1774
Comment
Varieties:Variety 1774 (Wielandt# 178; HMZ 2# 664bᴬᴳ; KM# Pn9; Divo/Tob18# 571a*; Haas L# 264/65; Richt Pr1# 596)
Obverse: Rounder shield.
Reverse: The 4 in the date is often obscured
Engraver's mark: B
Weight: 0.99-1.52 g ()
Rarity: five to ten known pieces ().
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Variety 1787 (Wielandt# 180; HMZ 2# 664cᴬᴳ; KM# Pn12; Divo/Tob18# 571b**; Haas L# 266; Richt Pr1# 599)
Obverse: Elongated shield.
Weight: 1.00-1.15 g ()
Rarity: five to ten known pieces ().
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Interesting fact
The Pattern Rappen coin from the City of Lucerne, made of silver and weighing 1.5g, is a rare and valuable coin. It was minted between 1774 and 1787 as a trial strike, which means it was not officially circulated and was only produced in small quantities for testing purposes. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction.
