10 Francs (Trial) 1911 front 10 Francs (Trial) 1911 back
10 Francs (Trial) 1911 photo
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10 Francs Trial

1911 year
Gold (.900) 3.22 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date)
Period
Federal State (1848-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1911
Value
10 Francs (10&nbspCHF)
Currency
Franc (1850-date)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
3.22 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#99710
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10 FR
1911
B
ESSAI

Engraver: Fritz Ulysse Landry

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Francs (Trial) 1911 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 (Trial) 1911 features a stunning depiction of the Swiss Alps on the reverse side, which has become a symbol of Swiss culture and identity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1911  56 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (Trial) 1911 coin.