10 Francs (Rhone glacier) 2024 front 10 Francs (Rhone glacier) 2024 back
10 Francs (Rhone glacier) 2024 photo
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10 Francs Rhone glacier

2024 year
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in aluminium bronze ring 15.0 g 33.00 mm
Description
Issuer
Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date)
Period
Federal State (1848-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2024
Value
10 Francs 10 CHF = USD 12
Currency
Franc (1850-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in aluminium bronze ring
Weight
15.0 g
Diameter
33.00 mm
Thickness
2.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#395216
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
RHONEGLETSCHER
um 1867

Designer: Remo Mascherini

Comment

The Rhone glacier, is 8 kilometres long and on average 2 kilometres wide, is located in the north-easternmost tip of the canton of Valais in Goms. This valley glacier originates on the south-west side of the Dammastock massif at an altitude of approx. 3,600 metres.

This is the Third coin in a three coin series for swiss glaciers.
 

Interesting fact

The coin features a unique design that showcases the Rhone glacier, which is one of the most famous glaciers in the Swiss Alps. The coin's reverse side features a stunning representation of the glacier, complete with intricate details and textures that give the impression of a real-life glacier. The obverse side of the coin features the coat of arms of Switzerland, along with the denomination and year of issue. This coin is a must-have for any coin collector interested in unique and beautiful designs!

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2024 B 4500 - - - - - -

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