© Chaponnière et Firmenich SA
© Chaponnière et Firmenich SA
50 Francs International Year of Planet Earth
2008 year| Gold (.900) | 11.29 g | 25.10 mm |
| Issuer | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal State (1848-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 50 Francs 50 CHF = USD 59 |
| Currency | Franc (1850-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| 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#89252 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Child standing on globe showing the Pacific Ocean and the Americas. Globe in his hands showing the Atlantic Ocean, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Globe on his head showing Asia, Oceania, and Australia. Woven garland around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ANNEE INTERNATIONALE DE LA PLANETE TERRE
CLAUDE SANDOZ 08
Translation: International Year of Planet Earth.
Designer: Claude Sandoz
Edge
Embossed lettering.
Lettering: ★★ DOMINUS | PROVIDEBIT | ★★★★★★★★★★★ |
Translation: The Lord will provide.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Francs (International Year of Planet Earth) 2008 from Switzerland is that it was minted to commemorate the International Year of Planet Earth, which was a year-long celebration declared by the United Nations to raise awareness about the importance of Earth's natural environment and the need for sustainable development. The coin's design features a stylized image of the Earth, symbolizing the interconnectedness of the planet and the need for global cooperation to protect it.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 B | 6000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Francs (International Year of Planet Earth) 2008 coin.
