1970 Helvetia, Modern 5 Francs
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The 1970 Helvetia, Modern 5 Francs coin, struck at the Swiss Mint, Switzerland mint, and made of copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel). Weighing 13.2 grams, with a diameter of 31.45 mm, and a thickness of 2.35 mm, and featuring a embossed lettering. edge.
The obverse is bust of curly-haired herdsman, facing right, wearing hooded shirt, often mistakenly identified as william tell. It reads “CONFOEDERATIO HELVETICA P , BVRKHARD , INCᵀ,”. The reverse is the swiss escutcheon with flower wreaths and the face value, date and mintmark if present at bottom. It reads “5 FR. 1994 B”.
Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)
- Weight
- 13.2 g
- Diameter
- 31.45 mm
- Thickness
- 2.35 mm
- Edge
- Embossed lettering.
- Currency
- Franc (1850-date)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1970 Helvetia, Modern 5 Francs made of?
- The 1970 Helvetia, Modern 5 Francs is made of copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel), weighs 13.2 grams, measures 31.45 mm in diameter.
- Where was the 1970 Helvetia, Modern 5 Francs minted?
- The 1970 Helvetia, Modern 5 Francs was struck at the Swiss Mint, Switzerland mint.
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