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20 Rappen

Switzerland 20 Rappen

Switzerland (Swiss Confederation) · 1969

A silver-colored Swiss coin featuring a profile of Liberty on the obverse and a numeral 20 inside a wreath on the reverse.

Country: Switzerland (Swiss Confederation)
Year: 1969
Denomination: 20 Rappen
Metal: Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)

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Overview

A silver-colored Swiss coin featuring a profile of Liberty on the obverse and a numeral 20 inside a wreath on the reverse.

Historical significance

The Swiss 20 Rappen design has remained virtually unchanged since its introduction in 1881, making it one of the longest-running circulating coin designs in the world today.

Obverse (front)

Right-facing profile of Libertas (the personification of Liberty) wearing a diadem inscribed 'LIBERTAS'. Legend: 'CONFŒDERATIO HELVETICA' with the date '1969' below.

Reverse (back)

The numeral '20' centered within a wreath of alpine flowers (rhododendron).

Estimated value

$0.25 - $0.50 in circulated condition; $1.00 - $3.00 in Mint State.

What drives this coin's value

Condition and eye appeal are the primary factors for this common date. Higher grades (MS-65+) command a premium.

Grade assessment

Extremely Fine - Very little wear on the high points of the hair and wreath leaves, original luster appears somewhat preserved.

Mintage & rarity

30,005,000; very common.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for crisp details in the hair ribbons and wreath flowers. Weighing exactly 4.0g is a primary test for authenticity as modern fakes are rare for this low-value coin.

Notable varieties & errors

None widely recognized for this specific date; however, collectors look for 'medal alignment' vs 'coin alignment' errors across the series (though 1969 is standard coin alignment).

Similar coins

10 Rappen and 5 Rappen coins share a similar design but differ in diameter and metal (5 Rappen is bronze-colored).

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges to avoid transferring finger oils. Clean only with mild soap and water if absolutely necessary, never use abrasive cleaners or brushes. Store in a PVC-free coin flip or capsule.

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