10 Francs (Alpine marmot) 2010 front 10 Francs (Alpine marmot) 2010 back
10 Francs (Alpine marmot) 2010 photo
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10 Francs Alpine marmot

2010 year
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in brass ring 15.00 g 32.85 mm
Description
Issuer
Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date)
Period
Federal State (1848-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2010
Value
10 Francs 10 CHF = USD 12
Currency
Franc (1850-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in brass ring
Weight
15.00 g
Diameter
32.85 mm
Thickness
2.50 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#13431
Rarity index
38%

Reverse

Two alpine marmots (Marmota marmota), one standing upright, facing left and the other facing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PARCO NAZIONALE SVIZZERO
N . HEEB

Designer: Niklaus Heeb

Edge

Segmented reeding.

Comment

14 000 pieces were issued in uncirculated mint sets.
4000 pieces were issued in proof sets.

Composition:
Outer ring: 92% copper, 6% aluminium, 2% nickel
Centre: 75% copper, 25% nickel

The Swiss National Park is located in the Western Rhaetian Alps, in eastern Switzerland. It is within the canton of Graubünden, in the Engadin valley, on the border with Italy. It is part of the worldwide UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

The alpine marmot (Marmota marmota) is a large ground-dwelling squirrel. It is found in high numbers in mountainous areas of central and southern Europe, at heights between 800 and 3200 m in the Alps, Carpathians, Tatras and Northern Apennines.

Interesting fact

The 10 Francs (Alpine marmot) 2010 coin from Switzerland features a unique design that showcases the country's rich wildlife. The coin's reverse side features an Alpine marmot, a small mammal native to the Swiss Alps, surrounded by a scenic mountain landscape. This design was created by the Swiss artist and engraver, Remo Mascherini, who is known for his detailed and realistic depictions of wildlife. The coin's obverse side features the Swiss coat of arms and the denomination, "10 Francs." This coin is a great example of the attention to detail and craftsmanship that goes into the production of Swiss coins, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2010 B 9000 - - - - - -

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