The obverse of each coin shows a bird`s eye view of the shining, tranquil lake. The landscapes surrounding Lake Maggiore are depicted by means of contour lines extending out to the coin`s edge. The name of the lake is written in cursive script above or next to the image, adorning the surrounding Ticino landscape.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
Lago Maggiore (Translation: Lake Maggiore)
Reverse description
On the reverse, all special coins in the new “Swiss lakes” series feature a striking graphic symbolising Switzerland`s role as Europe`s water tower. Around the edge of the coin is the face value of CHF 20, the inscription “CONFOEDERATIO HELVETICA”, the minting year 2025 and the mint mark B for Swissmint.
Reverse script
Latin
Reverse lettering
CONFOEDERATIO
HELVETICA 2025
20 FR
B (Translation: Swiss Confederation)
Edge
Script: Latin
Mint
B Bern, Switzerland(1225-date)
Mintage
2025 B - Proof - 3 500 2025 B - Uncirculated - 7 500