1969 'B' Switzerland 5 Francs - Herdsman - Silver (.835) - Uncirculated
1969 'B' Switzerland 5 Francs - Herdsman - Silver (.835) - Uncirculated
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1969 Switzerland 5 Francs: Farewell to a Sterling Silver Tradition
This 1969 'B' Switzerland 5 Francs marks the end of an era in Swiss coinage history. It's the final year these iconic coins were struck in .835 sterling silver, a tradition dating back to 1931. This substantial coin boasts classic Swiss design and a generous 15g weight.
Features:
- Composition: .835 Sterling Silver
- Diameter: 31.45 mm
- Weight: 15 g
- Mintage 8,637,000
- Condition: Uncirculated
- Obverse: Features a curly-haired herdsman, a symbol of Swiss independence (not William Tell). Designed by Paul Burkhard.
- Reverse: Swiss coat of arms framed by native Alpine flowers.
- Edge: Embossed with "DOMINUS | PROVIDEBIT | **********" ("The Lord Will Provide").
- Protective Storage: Supplied in a brand new 2x2 Mylar coin flip.
- As imaged
Add this final-year silver Swiss classic to your collection today!