- Country Switzerland
- Type Common coin
- Year 1875-1967
- Calendar republican
- Value 1/2 Franc
- Metal Silver (.835)
- Weight 2.5 g
- Diameter 18.2 mm
- Shape Round
- Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
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Obverse
Helvetia, the female personification of Switzerland, wearing a toga, is holding a spear and is leaning on a Swiss shield. She is encircled by the 22 stars representing the 22 cantons in which the Confederation then consisted. Lettering: HELVETIA A. BOVY INCT. Engraved by : A. Bovy d'après A. Walch
Reverse
NOTE: The B Mintmark is below the ribbon on the wreath ½ Fr. 1878 B Engraved by : A. Bovy d'après A. Walch
Edge
Reeded
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