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On September 12, 1848, the former confederation transitioned into a federal state, marking the inception of Europe's inaugural permanent democracy. The inaugural Federal Constitution, a remarkable feat of ingenuity, swiftly established the institutional groundwork for contemporary Switzerland, enduring to this present day.
Engraver: Peter Salzmann
Obverse
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Depicts the preamble of the Federal Constitution, creatively represented as the terms of the text weave together to create a powerful symbol. + CONSTITUZIUN FEDERALA + 1848-2023 + BUNDESVERFASSUNG + |
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Reverse
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Depicts Helvetia holding the Swiss coat of arms and a laurel branch in one hand, while a dove flies to the left. Surrounding the scene is the country's name, "Swiss Confederation," divided by the Swiss cross, with the denomination indicated below. Additionally, the issuing year and mintmark (where "B" denotes the Bern Mint) follow the country's name. CONFOEDERATIO HELVETICA 2023 B |
Edge |
"Dominus Providebit," meaning "the Lord will provide," originated from Genesis 22:8 and was initially featured on Bern coins in 1716. To enhance protection against counterfeiting, the Federal Mint incorporated this motto into the border script of the 20-franc pieces in 1886. DOMICNUS | PROVIDEBIT *********** | ** |