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5 Francs Battle of Murten
1976 year| Copper-nickel (65% copper, 35% nickel) | 13.20 g | 31.45 mm |
| Issuer | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal State (1848-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1976 |
| Value | 5 Francs 5 CHF = USD 5.85 |
| Currency | Franc (1850-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (65% copper, 35% nickel) |
| Weight | 13.20 g |
| Diameter | 31.45 mm |
| Thickness | 2.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#5997 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Three stylized soldiers with pikes running left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MVRATVM
1476 1976
Designer: Kurt Wirth
Edge
Lettering: 🟉🟉🟉 DOMINUS | PROVIDEBIT | 🟉🟉🟉🟉🟉🟉🟉🟉🟉🟉 |
Translation: The Lord will provide.
Comment
The Battle of Murten (German) or Morat (French) was a battle in the Burgundian Wars (1474-1477), which was fought on 22 June 1476, between Charles the Bold, the Duke of Burgundy, and a Swiss Confederate army at Murten, about 30 kilometres from Bern. The result was a crushing defeat for the Burgundians.Interesting fact
The 5 Francs (Battle of Murten) 1976 coin from Switzerland features a unique design that commemorates the 500th anniversary of the Battle of Murten, a significant event in Swiss history. The coin's design includes an image of a medieval knight on horseback, surrounded by a scenic landscape and the coat of arms of the Swiss cantons. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted, making it a sought-after piece for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 100900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs (Battle of Murten) 1976 coin.
