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5 Francs Pattern; piedfort; silver
1855 year| Silver | 50 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal State (1848-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1855 |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 CHF) |
| Currency | Franc (1850-date) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 50 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#117294 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRESSE MONETAIRE
M. L. BOVY A GENEVE
ESSAI
1855
Engraver: Marc Louis Bovy
Comment
Examples of this pattern were struck in silver, brass and copper.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Francs (Pattern; piedfort; silver) 1855 from Switzerland is that it was minted in a very limited quantity, with only 500 pieces produced, making it a rare and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
