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20 Francs Federal constitution
1998 year| Silver (.835) (16.5% copper) | 20.00 g | 32.80 mm |
| Issuer | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal State (1848-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 20 Francs 20 CHF = USD 23 |
| Currency | Franc (1850-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) (16.5% copper) |
| Weight | 20.00 g |
| Diameter | 32.80 mm |
| Thickness | 2.80 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#26283 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Obverse of 5 Swiss francs coin from 1850 within square frame. Two Swiss crosses, one to the left and one to the right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1848
1998
HELVETIA
A . BOVY
Designer: Werner Jeker
Edge
Embossed lettering.
Lettering: ★★ DOMINUS | PROVIDEBIT | ★★★★★★★★★★★
Translation: The Lord will provide.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1998 Swiss 20 Francs (Federal Constitution) coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Swiss Federal Constitution. The coin's obverse features a depiction of the federal constitution's preamble, while the reverse features a stylized image of the Swiss flag and the coat of arms of the Swiss Confederation. This coin was only produced in a non-circulating version and was not meant to be used as regular currency, but rather as a collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 15500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs (Federal constitution) 1998 coin.
