Latest special coin to be issued: 100 years 100-franc Vreneli
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Latest special coin to be issued: 100 years 100-franc Vreneli
Presented for the first time by Swissmint at the World Money Fair, the latest special coin 100 years 100-franc Vreneli will go on sale on 1 July 2025.
Swissmint produces exclusive limited-edition collector coins under the name "Swiss special coins". The launch of the new gold Vreneli, which honors the original from 1925, marks a significant milestone in Swiss coin history. The coin was presented for the first time exclusively at the World Money Fair 2025.
100 years of Vreneli tradition
To mark the 100th anniversary of the 100-franc gold Vreneli from 1925, an centenary edition will be issued on 1 July 2025. The 100 years 100-franc Vreneli coin echoes the design and history of the original and pays homage to the rich tradition of Swiss coin art.
The special coins bring our country's history and memories to life
The new Vreneli coin upholds a defining Swiss tradition in the history of coinage. The gold Vreneli from 1925 is regarded as Switzerland's largest and most beautiful gold coin. A number of stories surround the 5,000 pieces minted at the time, of which over 1,000 coins were believed to have been melted down again. They now fetch over CHF 15,000 at auction.
As in 1925, the gold Vreneli is made of a 900 gold alloy, has a diameter of 35mm and weighs 32.258g. On the obverse, the new gold Vreneli contains echoes of the original, combining the radiating Swiss cross above the Swiss alps with gentians and alpine roses. The image of Vreneli portrays her gazing into the future. Her head is crowned with a laurel wreath as a symbol of wisdom and triumph, and the edelweiss as a symbol of Switzerland. On the right, the anniversary dates are stamped, surrounded by the words "CONFOEDERATIO HELVETICA".
The reverse shows the face value of CHF 100 on the left, while the right half features the Vreneli bust from the original CHF 100 coin. More gentians and alpine roses complete the design. The finely engraved signature of designer Chiara Principe and a B for Bern are visible.
The coin is being released in a strictly limited issue of 2,500, priced at CHF 3,500. It will be available from 1 July 2025 in Swissmint's official online shop.
Each special coin is a miniature work of art
The Federal Mint Swissmint produces Swiss franc coins on behalf of the Swiss Confederation. These have been created in the heart of Switzerland since 1855, and in the popular Kirchenfeld district of Bern since 1906. Since 1936, Swissmint has also minted special coins to commemorate important historical and cultural events, and to honour prominent figures. Each of these special coins is a miniature work of art in a unique tradition of artistry and craftsmanship.
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