This 1931 Swiss 5 Francs coin showcases a beautifully detailed bust of a herdsman, often misidentified as William Tell, on its obverse, while the reverse features Switzerland’s iconic coat of arms alongside elegant edelweiss and alpenrose branches. With a silver composition of .835 and a diameter of 31.45mm, this collectible piece is a must-have for investors and numismatists alike, highlighting Switzerland’s rich heritage and craftsmanship.
- Issuer: Switzerland (1848-date)
- Year: 1931
- Face Value: 5 Francs
- Composition: Silver (.835) (16.5% copper)
- Size: 31.45mm diameter
- Obverse: Bust of curly-haired herdsman, facing right, wearing hooded shirt, often mistakenly identified as William Tell.
- Reverse: Coat of arms of Switzerland on square shield. Edelweiss (Leontopodium nivale) branch with four flowers to the left. Rusty-leaved alpenrose (Rhododendron ferrugineum) branch with flowers in right field.
- Catalogue Reference: HMZ 2# 1200, Divo/Tob19# 301, KM# 40, Schön# 36, Y# 36
- Numista N#: 194