Making special coins even more special

Known and loved by (almost) everybody, traditional, shiny special coins are perennially popular in Switzerland, with most households having at least one. Swissmint, the official issuer of all Swiss coins, has given these small but perfectly formed works of art – each celebrating a specific aspect of the country – a presentational makeover. In this article, you’ll find out all about the reasons behind this change and why it represents a significant milestone – and not just for coin collectors.

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Miniature works of art to be cherished for a lifetime

What do special coins mean to us? What makes them so fascinating? Whatever it is, they are here to stay – even in a world where virtual reality seems to be increasingly replacing the tangible and physical.

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Lasting tribute to a Swiss icon

The fiftieth anniversary of Mani Matter’s death was on 24 November 2022, the Bernese singer-songwriter whose work has become embedded in the Swiss consciousness and remains popular today across the generations. As a tribute to this iconic artist, the Confederation has decided to issue a special coin commemorating him.

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Lasting tribute to a Swiss icon

Coins of the year 2022

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Remembering Mani Matter, by Franz Hohler

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