Helvetia is the Latin name that the Romans gave to Switzerland area over 2000 years ago. The Swiss achieved an independent confederation of its cantons in 1291, and each canton was issuing its own coins until the unified coinage began in 1850. Main currency was a Swiss Franc. There were 100 rappen, or centimes, in one Swiss Franc.
There were 6.16 million of low grade silver 20 rappen coins minted in Strasbourg (BB) in year 1850 and its today's value may range from about $10 with heavy wear to around $100 with moderate wear to maybe $400 with light wear.
There were 920,000 of copper-nickel Swiss 5 rappen coins minted in year 1850 in Bern (B). It may currently be worth about $0.15 with heavy wear to around $0.50 with moderate wear to maybe $1.50 with light wear.
Collector value of each coin depends on date, mint mark (if any), number minted and condition of a coin, including amount of wear, any dents, scratches or cleaning as well as collector demand for it.
You might also try your library for a copy of the Standard Catalog of World Coins for pictures, value estimates and lots more interesting info. You might find similar pieces on Ebay.com for comparison.
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$2750 to $145,000 depending upon the mint mark and the condition of the coin.
You are referring to a 1969 Half Franc coin from Switzerland ("Helvetia" is the Latin name for the country). Switzerland does not have "cents" and "dollars" - rather, there are 100 Rappen to the Franc. Also there have not been any 1/2 Rappen coins produced in at least a century. The exchange rate for Swiss Francs is, as of today (January 8, 2010) SF1.00=US$0.96, so the coin has an exchange rate of about 48 US cents. Numismatically, the coin only has additional value if it is in Uncirculated condition, in which case it is worth perhaps US$2 or US$3.
It appears that the first 2 Franc coin issued by Switzerland (HELVETIA" is the Latin name for Switzerland) was minted in 1850.
Based on my references the 1952 Helvetia coin is valued at .21 cents. However, there is only a .001 USD value.
23 karat
The Swiss franc hasn't been made of silver since 1967. The coin is worth face value, which currently converts to $2.26 in U.S. dollars.
Helvetia coins from 1850 can each be worth about $4 in good condition. Coins in excellent condition can get a seller about $100, so two coins can get double these amounts if they are both in the same condition.
The value of a 1924 Helvetia coin, specifically the Swiss 1 franc coin featuring the design of Helvetia, can vary based on its condition and rarity. Generally, in average circulated condition, it may be worth between $5 to $15, while uncirculated specimens can fetch higher prices. For an accurate appraisal, it's best to consult a coin dealer or refer to a recent coin price guide.
2 Fr. u kunama
in circulated condition about 10 cents
anywhere between 250-350 usd
The address of the Helvetia Public Library is: Main Street, Helvetia, 26224 0015
Switzerland is the country known as Helvetia. Helvetia is written on their stamps
Army of Helvetia was created in 1798.