1 Franc (Helvetia standing; nickel; trial) 1928 front 1 Franc (Helvetia standing; nickel; trial) 1928 back
1 Franc (Helvetia standing; nickel; trial) 1928 photo
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1 Franc Helvetia standing; nickel; trial

1928 year
Nickel 4.38 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date)
Period
Federal State (1848-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1928
Value
1 Franc (1&nbspCHF)
Currency
Franc (1850-date)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
4.38 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#150087
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Wreath formed of oak and alpine rose branches tied with a ribbon below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1 Fr.
1928
B

Engraver: Antoine Bovy

Designer: Friedrich Fisch

Edge

Plain or reeded.

Comment

Jean-Paul Divo, Schweizer Proben #53

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Franc (Helvetia standing; nickel; trial) 1928 from Switzerland is that it was designed by the artist and sculptor, Paul Burkhard. Burkhard was a prominent artist in Switzerland during the early 20th century and his designs were often used on Swiss coins and banknotes. The Helvetia standing design on the coin is a representation of the national personification of Switzerland, and it was a common motif on Swiss coins during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1928 B 20 - - - - - -

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