Switzerland (1848-date) 50 Francs, 2013
Gotthard Mail Coach
Information
Country
Switzerland (1848-date)
Switzerland (1848-date)
Currency
Franc
(1850 – 9999)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
50 Francs
Year
2013
Ruler
Federal State
(1848–9999)
Composition
Gold (.900) (10% copper)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
11.29
Diameter (mm)
25.1
Thickness (mm)
1.7
Description
50 Francs from Switzerland (1848-date). Issued in 2013. Struck in Gold (.900) (10% copper). Measures 25.1 mm and weighs 11.29 g.
- Obverse
- Swiss cross surrounded by inscription. (Swiss Confederation.)
- Reverse
- Repruduction of "Gotthardpost", painted by Rudolf Koller in 1873, depicting a mail coach drawn by five galloping horses, with coach driver cracking whip, advancing right on dirt road. Four cows around.
- Edge
- Embossed lettering. (The Lord will provide.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 B | 4.4K | Proof |
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