Canton of Geneva 2 Centimes, 1839

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Canton of Geneva Canton of Geneva
Currency Franc (1838 – 1848)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 2 Centimes
Year 1839
Ruler Republic and Canton of (1815–1848)
Composition Billon
Shape Round
Alignment Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique Milled
Weight (g) 1.3
Diameter (mm) 16
Thickness (mm) 1
Demonetized Yes

Description

2 Centimes from Canton of Geneva. Issued in 1839. Struck in Billon. Measures 16 mm and weighs 1.3 g.

Obverse
Radiant sun above round arms.
Reverse
Value and date.
Edge
Smooth

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
1839  78K 126, billon 95%
1839  — 126a, silver 5%

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