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10 Francs Bern Onion Market
2011 year| Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in brass ring | 15.00 g | 33.00 mm |
| Issuer | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal State (1848-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2011 |
| Value | 10 Francs 10 CHF = USD 12 |
| Currency | Franc (1850-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in brass ring |
| Weight | 15.00 g |
| Diameter | 33.00 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#21230 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 40% |
Reverse
Bear facing right, with wagging tongue, looking at hanging braid of onions.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BERNER ZIBELEMÄRIT
Haenni
Designer: Stefan Haenni
Edge
Segmented reeding.
Comment
14 000 pieces issued in uncirculated mint sets.4000 pieces issued in proof sets.
Composition:
Outer ring: 92% copper, 6% aluminium, 2% nickel
Centre: 75% copper, 25% nickel
The Onion Market is a traditional public festival held on the fourth Monday of November each year. Farmers bring more than 50 tonnes of onion and garlic in artistically woven plaits to Bern. The Onion Market started around the 19th century, but its origins are much older, dating back to the 15th century, in a fourteen-day autumn fair (Saint Martin's market).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Francs (Bern Onion Market) 2011 coin from Switzerland is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the Bern Onion Market, a historic marketplace in Bern, Switzerland, that has been in operation since the 14th century. The market is famous for its onion soup, which is a popular dish in Switzerland. The coin's reverse side features the Swiss coat of arms, which includes a shield with the country's national colors (red and white) and a crown of oak leaves, symbolizing strength and durability. The coin's bimetallic composition, with a copper-nickel center in a brass ring, adds to its unique features and makes it stand out among other coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 B | 9000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (Bern Onion Market) 2011 coin.
