10 Rappen
10 Rappen
Switzerland · 1962
A Swiss 10 Rappen coin featuring the head of Liberty facing right on the obverse and the denomination within a wreath on the reverse.
- Country
- Switzerland
- Year
- 1962
- Denomination
- 10 Rappen
- Metal
- Copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)
- Grade
- Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated
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Overview
A Swiss 10 Rappen coin featuring the head of Liberty facing right on the obverse and the denomination within a wreath on the reverse.
Historical significance
Issued by the Swiss Confederation during the post-WWII era, part of the long-running series of circulating coinage featuring the iconic Libertas design by Karl Schwenzer.
Obverse (front)
Bust of Liberty facing right wearing a diadem inscribed with 'LIBERTAS', surrounded by the legend 'CONFOEDERATIO HELVETICA' and the year '1962'.
Reverse (back)
Large numeral '10' in the center surrounded by an open oak wreath tied with a ribbon at the base, with the mint mark 'B' below the ribbon.
Estimated value
$0.20 - $2.00 depending on condition
What drives this coin's value
Condition, presence of mint luster, and specific year/mint mark combinations for key dates in the series.
Grade assessment
Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated
Mintage & rarity
Common, high mintage for circulation
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Check weight, dimensions, and magnetic properties. Modern circulating copper-nickel coins are rarely counterfeited due to low face value.
Notable varieties & errors
Minor die cracks or repunched mint marks can occasionally be found by specialists.
Similar coins
Swiss 5 Rappen and 20 Rappen coins of the same design series.
Care & preservation
Store in a dry, cool place. Avoid harsh cleaning or chemical dips to preserve original mint luster and surface integrity.
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