10 Francs (Reeded edge; pattern) 1910 front 10 Francs (Reeded edge; pattern) 1910 back
10 Francs (Reeded edge; pattern) 1910 photo
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10 Francs Reeded edge; pattern

1910 year
Gold (.900) 3.2258 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date)
Period
Federal State (1848-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1910
Value
10 Francs (10&nbspCHF)
Currency
Franc (1850-date)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
3.2258 g
Diameter
19 mm
Thickness
0.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#292335
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Coat of arms of Switzerland with rays behind. Alpenrose (Rhododendron ferrugineum) branch with flowers below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10 FR
1910
B
ESSAI

Designer: Fritz Ulysse Landry

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Francs (Reeded edge; pattern) 1910 from Switzerland is that it was designed by the renowned Swiss artist and sculptor, Paul Burkhard. Burkhard was known for his work on various Swiss coins and banknotes, and his design for the Pattern 10 Francs features a stunning depiction of the Swiss Alps on the reverse side, which has become a symbol of Swiss culture and identity.