20 Francs (Johanna Spyri) 2001 front 20 Francs (Johanna Spyri) 2001 back
20 Francs (Johanna Spyri) 2001 photo
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20 Francs Johanna Spyri

2001 year
Silver (.835) (16.5% copper) 20.00 g 32.80 mm
Description
Issuer
Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date)
Period
Federal State (1848-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2001
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
References
Numista
N#27148
Rarity index
60%

Reverse

Bust of Swiss writer Johanna Spyri facing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1827 - 1901
JOHANNA SPYRI
SZLVIA GOESHKE

Designer: Sylvia Goeschke

Edge

Embossed lettering.

Lettering: ★★ DOMINUS | PROVIDEBIT | ★★★★★★★★★★★

Translation: The Lord will provide.

Comment

Johanna Louise Spyri (born on 12 June 1827 in Hirzel, Zürich, died on 7 July 1901) was a Swiss author of novels, notably children's stories, and is best known for her book Heidi.

Interesting fact

The coin features a portrait of Johanna Spyri, a Swiss author best known for her children's book "Heidi," which has been translated into over 50 languages and has become a beloved classic around the world. The coin was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Spyri's death and features a design that incorporates elements of the Swiss Alps, where the story of Heidi is set.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2001 B 15000 - - - - - -

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