Switzerland Half Franc Silver Coin
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Features
| Issuer | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal State (1848-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
| Years | 1875-1967 |
| Value | ½ Franc (½ CHF) |
| Currency | Franc (1850-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) (.165 copper) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 April 1971 |
| Number | N# 180 |
| References | HMZ 2# 1206, Divo/Tob19# 307, KM# 23, Schön# 27, Y# 31 |
Series: Helvetia standing series
Obverse
Full-length figure of Helvetia, standing, facing left, wearing toga, holding a spear in right hand, and supporting shield with coat of arms of Switzerland with left hand. 22 stars around, representing the 22 cantons of the Swiss confederation.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HELVETIA
A. BOVY INCᵀ.
Translation:
Antoine Bovy incidit.
Engraved by Antoine Bovy.
Engraver: Antoine Bovy
Designer: Albert Walch
Reverse
Wreath formed of oak and alpine rose branches tied with a ribbon below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
½ Fr.
1878
B
Engraver: Antoine Bovy
Designer: Albert Wach
Edge
Reeded.
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