| Emitent | Canton of Basel |
|---|---|
| Rok | 1826 |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Hodnota | 5 Rappen (0.05) |
| Měna | Frank (1805-1850) |
| Složení | Billon |
| Hmotnost | 1.99 g |
| Průměr | 22 mm |
| Tloušťka | 0.8 mm |
| Tvar | Round |
| Technika | Milled |
| Orientace | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Rytci | |
| V oběhu do | |
| Reference | KM#204, HMZ 2#112d |
| Popis líce | Pointed shield within wreath. Value below. |
|---|---|
| Písmo líce | Latin |
| Opis líce | CANTON BASEL 5.RAP |
| Popis rubu | Wide Cross |
| Písmo rubu | Latin |
| Opis rubu | •1826• CONCORD CANTONE DER SCHWEIZ 5 RP |
| Hrana | |
| Mincovna | |
| Náklad |
1826 - - |
| ID Numisquare | 1150317160 |
| Další informace |
Historical Context: The 1826 5 Rappen was issued by the Canton of Basel during Switzerland's Restoration. Post-Napoleonic, cantons regained significant sovereignty, including minting rights, reflecting Basel's prominence as an urban and financial center in the re-established Swiss Confederacy. This coinage predates the 1833 cantonal division, signifying unified authority amidst urban-rural tensions. Billon facilitated daily commerce in Basel's robust economy, showcasing independent cantonal monetary policy before federalization.
Artistry: The 1826 Basel 5 Rappen exemplifies the functional, heraldic aesthetic of early 19th-century Swiss cantonal coinage. The obverse features the Baselstab, the canton's traditional crozier emblem, rendered with clear lines. The reverse displays "5 RAPPEN" and "1826" within a simple wreath, reflecting neoclassical influences