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1877 Helvetia 5 Centimes

The 1877 Helvetia 5 Centimes is a business-strike issue from Switzerland, struck at the Swiss Mint, Switzerland. This is the final year of production for the Helvetia 5 Centimes series. Only 978,000 examples were struck — the lowest mintage in the entire Helvetia 5 Centimes series, making this the key date. composed of billon (.050 silver) (1.67 g).

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1877 Helvetia 5 Centimes

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The 1877 Helvetia 5 Centimes coin, has a total mintage of 978,000, struck at the Swiss Mint, Switzerland mint, and made of billon (.050 silver). Weighing 1.67 grams, with a diameter of 17.15 mm, and a thickness of 1.25 mm, and featuring a plain. edge.

The obverse is coat of arms of switzerland on ornate shield. ears of wheat behind. It reads "HELVETIA 1873". The reverse is wreath formed of two grapevine branches with grapes, tied with ribbon below. It reads "5".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Billon (.050 silver)
Weight
1.67 g
Diameter
17.15 mm
Thickness
1.25 mm
Edge
Plain.
Currency
Franc (1850-date)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mintage of the 1877 Helvetia 5 Centimes?
The 1877 Helvetia 5 Centimes has a total mintage of 978,000.
What is the 1877 Helvetia 5 Centimes made of?
The 1877 Helvetia 5 Centimes is made of billon (.050 silver), weighs 1.67 grams, and measures 17.15 mm in diameter.
Where was the 1877 Helvetia 5 Centimes minted?
The 1877 Helvetia 5 Centimes was struck at the Swiss Mint, Switzerland mint.
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