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1801, Switzerland (Republic). Nice Billon Rappen Coin. aVF!

Mint Year: 1801
Denomination: Rappen
References: HMZ 9, KM-A11. R!
Condition: Weakness of strike in obverse, otherwise about VF!
Material: Billon (silver & copper alloy)
Diameter: 15mm
Weight: 0.67gm

Obverse: Fasces within wreath, topped by a hat.
Legend: HELVET : REPUBL :

Reverse: Value, denomination and date within wreath.
Legend: 1 RAPPEN I80I

The Helvetic Republic (1798–1803) represented an early attempt to impose a central authority over Switzerland, which until then consisted mainly of self-governing cantons united by a loose military alliance, and conquered territories such as Vaud. Its name was taken from the Helvetii people.

A constitutional arrangement imposed by French military might, the Republic existed as a state for only five years but failed to achieve widespread popular support among its citizens. However, some aspects of it have survived into present-day Switzerland.

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