This coin is the Swiss Shooting Thaler, 5 Francs denomination, from 1865 (Shooting Thaler). It was specially issued on the occasion of the shooting festival in the city of "Schaffhausen". Key details of the coin: Design: The obverse (shown in the picture) features the goddess "Helvetia" seated, holding a wreath, with a standing child next to her holding an arrow. Metal and Size: Struck from 83.5% pure silver, weighing 25 grams, with a diameter of 37 mm. Historical Value: This coin is considered a rare and highly sought-after commemorative piece by collectors of old coins. Material Value: Its estimated value typically ranges from $100 to hundreds of dollars, depending mainly on the coin's cleanliness and the preservation of its details (its condition from a grading perspective).
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This selected coin is a historical Swiss silver commemorative coin of 5 Francs from 1865 AD, known as the "Schaffhausen Shooting Thaler". Coin details and specifications: Design: The center features the coat of arms of the Canton of Schaffhausen (a leaping ram/keg) above a decorated cross, surrounded by the text: "EIDGENOSSISCHES SCHUTZENFEST IN SCHAFFHAUSEN 1865" with the value "5 Fr.". Technical Specifications: The coin was struck from .900 fine silver, weighs 25 grams, and has a diameter of 37 mm. Rarity: A very limited quantity was issued, only 10,000 pieces, making it a very rare and valuable coin. Historical Significance: These coins (Sch extü
tzentaler) are considered commemorative pieces that were specially minted for Swiss Federal Shooting Festivals, and they are very popular among coin collectors worldwide.