by Change MiramarSwiss 20 Francs
Switzerland · 900 ‰
Photo for illustration only: the year and appearance of the coin delivered may differ.
Specifications
| Fine weight | 5,8 g |
| Gross weight | 6,45 g |
| Fineness | 900 ‰ |
| Diameter | 21,0 mm |
| Thickness | 1,25 mm |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Face value | 20 Swiss Francs |
| Design | Vreneli |
| Minted | From 1883 to 1949 |
| Mintage | > 45.8 M |
| Condition | Very Fine or better, undamaged |
Tax on resale (France)
Either a flat tax of 11.5% on the sale price, or a tax on the actual capital gain with an allowance for each year of ownership, on presentation of the invoice. General information, to be confirmed with your tax adviser. Read the guide on gold taxation (in French).
How collection works
You choose the branch when you order. We send you a text message when the order is ready. You collect it on presentation of the ID used for the order, at a time of your choice during opening hours.
Its history
The gold Swiss 20 Francs coin is a prestigious investment, renowned for its quality and history. Two effigies exist: Helvetia (1883-1896) and Vreneli (1897-1949), both highly sought after by collectors and investors.
The obverse of the Vreneli depicts the bust of Helvetia, wearing a necklace of edelweiss, against a background of mountains. The signature “F. LANDRY” of the engraver Fritz Ulysse Landry is visible on the shoulder. The inscription “HELVETIA” above her head adds a distinctive touch, setting it apart from the other Swiss 20 Francs.
On the reverse, the coat of arms with the Swiss cross rests on an oak branch, surrounded by the face value “20 FR”. The date is below the shield, together with the initial “B” indicating their production in Bern. Between 1945 and 1949, these coins were restruck to increase the gold stock, some bearing the year 1935 preceded by an “L” for “Lingot” (bar).
Their edge, decorated with 22 raised stars, represents the Swiss cantons, symbolising th