10 Francs (Matterhorn; trial) 2004 front 10 Francs (Matterhorn; trial) 2004 back
10 Francs (Matterhorn; trial) 2004 photo
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10 Francs Matterhorn; trial

2004 year
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in aluminium-nickel-bronze ring 15.00 g -
Description
Issuer
Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date)
Period
Federal State (1848-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
2004
Value
10 Francs 10 CHF = USD 12
Currency
Franc (1850-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in aluminium-nickel-bronze ring
Weight
15.00 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#199142
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Matterhorn Peak.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MATTERHORN · CERVIN

Designer: Stephan Bundi

Edge

Segmented reeding.

Comment

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

The Matterhorn (Cervino in Italian; Cervin in French) is a mountain in the Pennine Alps, straddling the main watershed and border between Switzerland and Italy. Its summit is at 4478 metres above sea level.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Francs (Matterhorn; trial) 2004 from Switzerland is that it features a unique bimetallic design, with a copper-nickel center surrounded by an aluminum-nickel-bronze ring. This distinctive design element sets it apart from other coins in the Swiss franc series and makes it a standout among collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2004  700 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (Matterhorn; trial) 2004 coin.