1 Franc Switzerland Coin Dated 1968

Country Switzerland
Type Common coin
Years 1968-2018
Value 1 Franc / Franken / Franco
1 CHF = 1.01 USD
Metal Copper-nickel
Weight 4.4 g
Diameter 23.2 mm
Thickness 1.46 mm
Shape Round
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
References KM# 24a, Schön# 28a, Schön# 58
Obverse
Helvetia, the female personification of Switzerland, wearing a toga, is holding a spear and is leaning on a Swiss shield. She is encircled by the 22 stars representing the 22 cantons in which the Confederation then consisted. Later, a 23rd star was added.

Lettering:
HELVETIA
A. BOVY INCT.

Translation: Switzerland

Reverse
Value and year within wreath.
NOTE: If present, the mintmark is below the wreath

Lettering:
1 Fr.
1968
B

Engraver: A. Bovy a design from A. Walch