5 oz Silver Matterhorn
1987 year| Silver (.999) | 155.78 g | 67.9 mm |
| Location | Switzerland › Switzerland (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Type | Bullion › Rounds |
| Year | 1987 |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 155.78 g |
| Diameter | 67.9 mm |
| Thickness | 5.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#324677 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Seated Helvetia carrying shield and sword.
23 stars around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HELVETIA
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The "Matterhorn" in the Swiss alps is one of the world's most well known mountain peak. At 4,478 meters (14,692 feet), the Matterhorn is only Western Europe's 12th-highest peak. The German name Matterhorn derives from the words for "meadow" and "peak." The Italian name (Cervino) and French (Cervin) likely originated with the Latin word for forest, silva , though some believe it comes from the Italian and French words for "deer.Gold, Silver & Platinum were also made in smaller sizes.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 HF | 1500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 oz Silver (Matterhorn) 1987 item.
