© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
5 Francs Helvetia seated; piedfort; lead
1850 year| Lead | 35.17 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal State (1848-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1850 |
| Value | 5 Francs 5 CHF = USD 5.86 |
| Currency | Franc (1850-date) |
| Composition | Lead |
| Weight | 35.17 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#278015 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wreath formed of oak and alpine rose branches tied with ribbon below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5 Fr.
1850
Engraver: Antoine Bovy
Designer: Friedrich Fisch
Edge
Plain.
Comment
One known piece according to Jürg Richter, Die Proben und Materialvarianten von Schweizer Münzen, 2016.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Francs (Helvetia seated; piedfort; lead) 1850 from Switzerland is that it is a rare and unique coin, with only 100 pieces minted. This makes it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
