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50 Francs Gottardo
2016 year| Gold (.900) (10% copper) | 11.29 g | 25.10 mm |
| Issuer | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal State (1848-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 50 Francs 50 CHF = USD 59 |
| Currency | Franc (1850-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) (10% copper) |
| Weight | 11.29 g |
| Diameter | 25.10 mm |
| Thickness | 1.70 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#89058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
The two suthern tunnel entrances in Bodio. advancing on railways. Mountains in the background.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
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ߍ
N
GOTTARDO
2016
Designer: Fredy Trümpi
Edge
Embossed lettering.
Lettering: ★★ DOMINUS | PROVIDEBIT | ★★★★★★★★★★★ |
Translation: The Lord will provide.
Comment
The Gotthard Base Tunnel is a railway tunnel through the Alps in Switzerland, opened on 1 June 2016 and fully operational since 11 December 2016. With a route length of 57.09 km, it is the world's longest railway and deepest traffic tunnel. It lies at the heart of the Gotthard axis and constitutes the third tunnel connecting the cantons of Uri and Ticino, after the Gotthard Tunnel and the Gotthard Road Tunnel.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Francs (Gottardo 2016) 2016 from Switzerland is that it features a unique design that showcases the Gotthard Base Tunnel, which was the longest rail tunnel in the world at the time of its completion in 2016. The coin's design includes an image of the tunnel's northern portal, surrounded by the Swiss Alps, and includes the inscription "Gottardo 2016" to commemorate the tunnel's opening. This coin is a unique and collectible item that celebrates a significant engineering achievement and is a testament to Switzerland's rich history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 B | 4500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Francs (Gottardo 2016) 2016 coin.
