10 Francs (Return from the Alps) 2015 front 10 Francs (Return from the Alps) 2015 back
10 Francs (Return from the Alps) 2015 photo
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10 Francs Return from the Alps

2015 year
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in aluminium bronze ring 15.00 g 33.00 mm
Description
Issuer
Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date)
Period
Federal State (1848-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2015
Value
10 Francs 10 CHF = USD 12
Currency
Franc (1850-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in aluminium bronze ring
Weight
15.00 g
Diameter
33.00 mm
Thickness
2.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#69945
Rarity index
49%

Reverse

Procession of cattle, horses, other animals, carts, and people with tools, flags, and musical instruments, descending from a mountain hut, on a path with fir trees.

Designer: Réhane Favereau

Edge

Segmented reeding.

Comment

10 000 pieces issued in uncirculated mint sets.
3000 pieces issued in proof sets.

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

The "Almabtrieb" (Alpabzug or Alpabfahrt in in Swiss German; Désalpes in French) is an annual event in the alpine regions in Europe, that takes place in late September or early October. During the Almabetrieb, the cattle are brought down to low pastures after the summer season, when the herds feed on alpine pastures high up in the mountains. This practice is also known as transhumance in English.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 10 Francs (Return from the Alps) 2015 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 a traditional Swiss mountain guide, while the reverse side features a stunning landscape of the Swiss Alps, complete with a picturesque village and a majestic mountain range in the background. The coin's bimetallic composition, with a copper-nickel center surrounded by an aluminum bronze ring, adds to its unique look and feel. Overall, this coin is a beautiful representation of Switzerland's natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2015 B 7000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (Return from the Alps) 2015 coin.