Bernese coat of arms held by a bear with a sword and a hat of freedom. War trophies at its feet.
Obverse lettering
RESPUBLICA BERNENSIS .
Obverse script
Latin
Reverse description
Allegorical female figure, symbolizing religion, standing next to the altar. On the left a heron (symbol of care) and on the right an owl (symbol of vigilance).
Reverse lettering
FELICITAS REIPUBLICÆ
SENATUS ET SEDECIM
VIRI REIPUBLICÆ
BERNENSIS .
