SWITZERLAND. Swiss Confederation Shooting Festival in Fribourg 5 Francs, 1881. Bern Mint. NGC MS-64.
R-403a; Martin-217. By Edouard Durussel, Bern. 37mm. Obverse: View of city and Grand Pont suspension bridge, Arms of Switzerland superimposed on laurel sprigs below; perimeter legend above; Reverse: Helvetia striding forward with Swiss banner, warriors of Fribourg and Solothurn with their respective Coats of Arms at her feet; perimeter legend, date below. A superb specimen of this issue with reflective fields framing satiny design devices. To view all items from the PHG Collection click
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Estimate: $300 - $500