Obverse
HELVETIA 1942
Swiss shield under a plume hat, surrounded by branches, with the inscription HELVETIA and the date 1942.
AHEngraved by Alexander Hutter
Switzerland · 1942 · 1 rappenStruck in the midst of World War II. Its history is that of a besieged, isolated Switzerland, determined to defend its neutrality and existence. The year 1942 is a critical moment in the global conflict. Switzerland is then completely surrounded by the Axis powers (Germany, Italy) and their allies or occupied territories.
Swiss shield under a plume hat, surrounded by branches, with the inscription HELVETIA and the date 1942.
Value “1” in the centre, mintmark “B” below surrounded by a wreath of leaves.
Actual size compared with the 2 € and 1 € coins. Thickness: 1.2 mm.
1 rappen1937 · 16 mm
2 rappen1942 · 20.2 mm
2 rappen1938 · 20.21 mm