© Chaponnière et Firmenich SA
© Chaponnière et Firmenich SA
5 Francs Wine Festival; trial
1999 year| Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nordic gold ring | 15.00 g | 32.85 mm |
| Issuer | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal State (1848-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 5 Francs 5 CHF = USD 5.86 |
| Currency | Franc (1850-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nordic gold ring |
| Weight | 15.00 g |
| Diameter | 32.85 mm |
| Thickness | 2.50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#199151 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Grapes.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FETE DES VIGNERONS VEVEY 1999
Designer: Gaspard Delachaux
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
Composition:
Outer ring: 75% copper, 25% nickel
Centre: 89% copper, 5% aluminium, 5% zinc, 1% tin
The Winegrower's Festival (Fête des Vignerons in French) has been organised by the Confrérie des Vignerons (Brotherhood of Winegrowers) in Vevey since 1797. The organising committee is free to choose how often the festival takes place, but the maximum number of times is five times in a century.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Francs (Wine Festival; trial) 1999 from Switzerland is that it features a unique bimetallic design, with a copper-nickel center surrounded by a nordic gold ring. This distinctive design element sets it apart from other coins in the Swiss franc series and makes it a standout piece for collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 765 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs (Wine Festival; trial) 1999 coin.
