2 Francs Brass, pattern

Issuer Switzerland (1848-date)
Year 1854
Type Coin pattern
Value 2 Francs (2 CHF)
Currency Franc (1850-date)
Composition Brass (76% copper, 24% zinc)
Weight 9 g
Diameter 27 mm
Thickness
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Variable alignment ↺
Engraver(s) Marc Louis Bovy
In circulation to
Reference(s) HMZ 2#1230c, Richt Pr2#46, Richt Pr2#47
Obverse description Woman`s head with oak leaves facing left, date below, star above.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering CONFEDERATION ★ SUISSE 1854
Reverse description Wreath formed of oak and alpine rose branches tied with a ribbon below.
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering ESSAI DE PRESSE MONETᴿᴱ. ⸻ M . L . B .
Edge Reeded.
Mint
Mintage 1854 - Richter #46; coin alignment -
1854 - Richter #47; medal alignment -
Numisquare ID 9168120610
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