20 Francs (Solar Impulse) 2015 front 20 Francs (Solar Impulse) 2015 back
20 Francs (Solar Impulse) 2015 photo
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20 Francs Solar Impulse

2015 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
2015
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#69943
Rarity index
67%

Reverse

Solar impulse aircraft flying left. Map of the Atlantic Ocean, America, Europe and Africa in the background. Small Swiss cross above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ANGELO BOOG
SOLAR IMPULSE

Designer: Angelo Boog

Edge

Embossed lettering.

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

Translation: The Lord will provide.

Comment

Solar impulse SI1 aircraft on Across America mission flying from San Francisco to New York starting on 3rd may 2013

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Francs (Solar Impulse) 2015 coin from Switzerland is that it was minted to commemorate the first solar-powered aircraft to fly around the world, the Solar Impulse. The coin's design features an image of the Solar Impulse aircraft, and the reverse side features the Swiss coat of arms and the inscription "Solar Impulse - Around the World" in French, German, and Italian. This coin is a unique and innovative way to celebrate a significant achievement in aviation history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2015 B 5000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs (Solar Impulse) 2015 coin.