Livonian Order. Gotthard Kettler, 1559-1561.
2 1/2 Ducats n. d., mint probably Riga.
Extremely rare.
Almost extremely fine.
Elizabeth I, 1558-1603.
Sovereign n. d., (1584-1586), London.
Very rare.
Slightly bent, almost extremely fine.
Mustafa III, 1757-1774.
2 Zeri Mahbub 1757/1758 (= 1171 AH), Misr (Kairo)
Ziynet pattern.
Very rare.
Holed, almost extremely fine.
Carlos III, 1759-1788.
8 Escudos 1764, NR-JV,
Santa Fe de Nuevo Reino (Bogota).
NGC AU58.
Rare. Extremely fine.
Bankportugalöser in the weight of 10 Ducats 1689,
by J. Reteke, on the major European banking cities of
Amsterdam, Hamburg, Nuremberg, and Venice.
NGC MS63 PL. Very rare.
Extremely fine-uncirculated.
Penny 1919.
Copper-nickel pattern of the “Kookaburra Penny”
by C. D. Richardson for Stokes & Sons. Extremely rare.
PCGS SP 61.
Tiny edge faults, extremely fine.
Vereenigde Amsterdamsche Compagnie.
1/2 Daalder in the weight of 4 Reales 1601, Dordrecht.
Extremely rare. Fine patina,
very fine-extremely fine.
5 Gulden type 1846.
Highest rarity (RRRR).
PMG Choice Very Fine 35.
1000 Gulden type 1860.
Highest rarity (RRRR).
PMG Extremely Fine 40.
Pinholes. Pressed.
Leonhard von Keutschach, 1495-1519.
3 Ducats 1513. Extremely rare.
Attractive piece with nice golden toning, min. bent,
extremely fine.
New Swiss Silver Coin “Switzerland”
On 12 September 2024, the Federal Mint Swissmint will launch the 20-franc silver coin entitled “Switzerland” in honour of the country becoming a federal state in 1848. The limited-edition special coin will go on sale on Switzerland’s unofficial birthday.
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The coin is intended as a souvenir of Switzerland for Swiss men and women and for all visitors. Background image: Eddie Basler / CC BY-SA 4.0
Swissmint produces exclusive limited-edition collector coins under the name “Swiss special coins”. The Switzerland special coin commemorates the proclamation of Switzerland as a federal state on 12 September 1848 and celebrates Switzerland’s unofficial birthday. The coin highlights the history of Switzerland and recalls the modern Swiss Federal Constitution, which came into force in 1848. The coin issue honours this event and is intended to show the importance of the federal structure, which is crucial for Switzerland’s innovative strength, dialogue and national cohesion.
Switzerland / 20 Swiss francs / Silver 0.999 / 20.00 g / 33 mm / mintage: 7,500 pieces (uncirculated), 4,800 pieces (proof), 200 pieces (proof with artist certificate).
The Special Coins Bring Our Country’s History and Memories to Life
The 20g “Switzerland” silver special coin features typically Swiss motifs on the obverse and reflects the history and culture of our country. “With this coin, we want to offer every Swiss citizen and all visitors a souvenir of Switzerland,” explains Jan Niklas Betz, Deputy General Manager and Head of Marketing/Sales at Swissmint. The reverse bears all the cantonal coats of arms, with Switzerland in the centre. This special coin has a face value of CHF 20 and will be available for purchase from 12 September. 7,500 coins in uncirculated quality, 4,800 coins in proof quality and an additional 200 coins with an artist’s certificate will be issued.
The 20 Swiss franc commemorative coins “Switzerland” in proof with its presentation case.
Each Special Coin Is a Miniature Work of Art
The Federal Mint Swissmint produces Swiss franc coins on behalf of the Swiss Confederation. These have been created in the heart of Switzerland since 1855, and in the popular Kirchenfeld district of Bern since 1906. Since 1936, Swissmint has also minted special coins to commemorate important historical and cultural events and to honour prominent figures. Each of these special coins is a miniature work of art in a unique tradition of artistry and craftsmanship.
