Coin
Category
Coins and medals
Date
Unknown
Materials
Metal alloy
Measurements
19 mm (Dia)
Place of origin
Switzerland
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 32466.5
Summary
Two white metal Swiss half franc coins, the obverse bears a female figure with shield and staff surrounded by stars and: HELVETIA. The reverse has a floral wreath and is marked: ½ FR. The coins are dated 1943 and 1965.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.