Zug Coin List
The city of Zug in Switzerland has a rich numismatic history dating back to the time of the Swiss cantons. During this period, Zug minted its own coins, reflecting its autonomy and economic power within the Swiss Confederation.
History and context of Zug
Zug joined the Swiss Confederation in 1352, becoming an important commercial and political center. The city obtained the right to mint coins in the 15th century, allowing it to issue its own currency. This privilege was crucial to Zug's economic development, as it facilitated trade and demonstrated its sovereignty. Zug coins of this era often featured the city's coat of arms, which included a white and blue stripe, symbolizing loyalty to the Swiss Confederation.
Zug coins during the Canton Era
Coins minted in Zug during the Canton era are highly valued by collectors due to their rarity and historical significance. Among the most notable pieces are silver thalers and gold ducats, which displayed a high level of craftsmanship. These coins not only served as a medium of exchange, but were also a form of political propaganda, displaying the wealth and power of Zug. The iconography of the coins often included depictions of St. Osvaldo, the patron saint of the city, as well as Latin inscriptions proclaiming the glory and independence of Zug. Coin production in Zug continued until the creation of the Swiss franc in 1850, marking the end of a fascinating era in the region's numismatic history.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Zug coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Old coins of Swiss cantons
To facilitate their classification, we have decided to organise the coins according to their historical period, you can consult the coins by historical numismatic categories of Swiss cantons.
Aargau Appenzell Basel Bern Beromuenster Chur Disentis Einsiedeln Fischingen Freiburg Geneva Glarus Graubunden Haldenstein Laufenburg Lausanne Luzern Muri Neuchatel Reichenau-Tamins Rheinau Saint Gallen Schaffhausen Schwyz Sitten Solothurn Thurgau Ticino Unterwalden Uri Vaud Zoefingen Zug ZurichCoin Catalog
Suiza-Cantones | 3 kreuzer
Suiza-Cantones | 1 angster
Suiza-Cantones | 1 rappen
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