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© Sincona AG
20 Francs Lumen Christi; trial
2000 year| Silver | 20.00 g | 32.80 mm |
| Issuer | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal State (1848-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 2000 |
| Value | 20 Francs 20 CHF = USD 23 |
| Currency | Franc (1850-date) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 20.00 g |
| Diameter | 32.80 mm |
| Thickness | 2.80 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#199159 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Stylised silhouette of Christ standing on cloud, with arms open. Four silhouettes below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LUMEN
CHRISTI
CANDIO
Translation: Light of Christ.
Designer: Roman Candio
Edge
Embossed lettering.
Lettering: ★★ DOMINUS | PROVIDEBIT | ★★★★★★★★★★★
Translation: The Lord will provide.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Francs (Lumen Christi; trial) 2000 from Switzerland is that it features a unique design that was not ultimately adopted as the official currency of Switzerland. The coin's design, created by artist Rolf P. Pusterla, features a stylized image of a luminous cross on a dark background, intended to symbolize the light of Christ. Despite its striking appearance, the design was not chosen for use on the country's currency, and only a limited number of trial coins were produced. As a result, the Pattern 20 Francs (Lumen Christi; trial) 2000 has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 B | 750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs (Lumen Christi; trial) 2000 coin.
