5 Francs (War bond) 1936 front 5 Francs (War bond) 1936 back
5 Francs (War bond) 1936 photo
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5 Francs War bond

1936 year
Gold 23.85 g 31.19 mm
Description
Issuer
Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date)
Period
Federal State (1848-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1936
Value
5 Francs 5 CHF = USD 5.86
Currency
Franc (1850-date)
Composition
Gold
Weight
23.85 g
Diameter
31.19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#278527
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Inscription in four lines within pearled rectangle. Coat of arms of Switzerland at the top left inside the frame. Oak leaves with acorns to the left and right. Helmet above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1936
PRO
PATRIA
ARMIS
TUENDA
5 FR
B

Designer: Max Weber

Edge

Plain.

Comment

The devices on this pattern are slightly smaller than on the regular silver issue. The reason for this could be that the embossing was not carried out with the definitive pair of dies, but with the original matrices. The rim is also wider, due to the fact that the piece has a smooth edge.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Francs (War bond) 1936 from Switzerland is that it was designed by the famous Swiss artist and sculptor, Paul Burkhard. Burkhard was known for his work in various fields, including numismatics, and his designs were often characterized by their simplicity and elegance. The Pattern 5 Francs coin features a portrait of a young woman, representing the Swiss nation, on the obverse, and a stylized eagle on the reverse. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the strength and resilience of the Swiss people during a time of political and economic turmoil in Europe.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1936 B 1 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs (War bond) 1936 coin.