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5 Francs
1848 year| Silver | 26.1 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Canton of Geneva |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic and Canton of (1815-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1848 |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1838-1848) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 26.1 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#23400 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLIQUE ET CANTON DE GENEVE
5
FRANCS
1848
ANT. BOVY
Engraver: Antoine Bovy
Interesting fact
The 5 Francs 1848 coin from the Canton of Geneva is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in Switzerland. The coin was issued just a year after the Swiss Federal Constitution was adopted, which established Switzerland as a federal state and marked a significant shift away from the old system of cantonal autonomy. Additionally, the coin was minted during a period of economic and monetary reform, as Switzerland transitioned from using a variety of local currencies to a standardized national currency. Despite these changes, the 5 Francs 1848 coin from the Canton of Geneva remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1848 | 1176 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs 1848 coin.
