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5 Francs Head of Helvetia
| Silver (.900) (10% copper) | 25 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal State (1848-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1888-1916 |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 CHF) |
| Currency | Franc (1850-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (10% copper) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 February 1934 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#192 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 28% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Switzerland on ornate shield. Five-pointed star above. Wreath formed of oak and laurel branches tied with a ribbon below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5 F
B
Designer: Christian Bühler
Edge
Smooth with embossed inscriptions
Lettering: DOMINUS ★★★ | PROVIDEBIT | ★★★★★★★★★★
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Francs (Head of Helvetia) coin from Switzerland is that it features a depiction of Helvetia, the national personification of Switzerland, on its obverse side. Helvetia is represented as a female figure wearing a crown of leaves and holding a shield and a spear, symbolizing the country's strength and independence. This design was created by the Swiss artist and engraver, Karl Schwenzer, and was used on various Swiss coins during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1888 B | 25000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1889 B | 225000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1890 B | 305000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1891 B | 150000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1892 B | 190000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1894 B | 34000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1895 B | 46000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1896 B | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1900 B | 33000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 B | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1907 B | 277000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1908 B | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 B | 120000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 B | 11000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1916 B | 22000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs (Head of Helvetia) 1888-1916 coin.
