Swiss 20 Franc Vreneli Melt Value
Pure gold content of the Swiss 20 Franc Vreneli: 20 francs 0.1867 oz; 10 francs 0.0933 oz; 100 francs 0.9334 oz. At $4,147/oz gold, the 20 francs is worth about $774.29 in melt value. Collector value is separate and depends on date, mint mark and grade.
Values above refresh with the October 19, 2026 spot price.
Swiss 20 Franc Vreneli specifications
| Version | Years | Fineness | Gross weight | Pure gold | Diameter | Face value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 francs | 1897–1949 | .900 (90%) | 6.452 g | 5.807 g (0.1867 oz t) | 21 mm | 20 Francs |
| 10 francs | 1911–1922 | .900 (90%) | 3.226 g | 2.903 g (0.0933 oz t) | 19 mm | 10 Francs |
| 100 francs | 1925 | .900 (90%) | 32.26 g | 29.03 g (0.9334 oz t) | 35 mm | 100 Francs |
Switzerland's "Vreneli" gold coins show a young woman before the Alps. The 20 franc, struck 1897–1949, uses the same 6.452 g of .900 gold as the French 20 franc and Italian 20 lire.
How the melt value is calculated
Melt value = gross weight × fineness ÷ 31.1035 × spot price. For the 20 francs: 6.452 g × .900 = 5.807 g of pure gold. Divide by 31.1035 grams per troy ounce to get 0.1867 oz, then multiply by $4,147 spot: about $774.29.
Melt value by quantity
| Quantity | 20 francs | 10 francs | 100 francs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 coin | $774.29 | $387.14 | $3,871 |
| 5 coins | $3,871 | $1,936 | $19,356 |
| 10 coins | $7,743 | $3,871 | $38,712 |
| 20 coins | $15,486 | $7,743 | $77,424 |
| 50 coins | $38,714 | $19,357 | $193,560 |
| 100 coins | $77,429 | $38,714 | $387,121 |
Melt value vs collector value
Melt value is only what the gold in a Swiss 20 Franc Vreneli is worth at today's spot price. A coin's market value can be much higher: scarce dates, mint marks and high grades sell to collectors for a premium, while common dates in worn condition trade closer to melt. Nu Stack does not estimate collector prices on this page. For a specific coin, check the date and mint mark, the condition (a grading service such as PCGS or NGC, or a local dealer) and recent sales.
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Specs: Nu Stack coin database (curated entries and the Numista catalog). Melt values use the gold spot price from the Nu Stack price feed and are estimates of metal content only, not offers to buy or sell.
Frequently asked questions
How much gold is in a Swiss 20 Franc Vreneli?
20 francs: 5.807 g (0.1867 troy oz) of pure gold; 10 francs: 2.903 g (0.0933 troy oz) of pure gold; 100 francs: 29.03 g (0.9334 troy oz) of pure gold.
What is a Swiss 20 Franc Vreneli worth in melt value today?
At $4,147/oz gold (October 19, 2026): 20 francs about $774.29; 10 francs about $387.14; 100 francs about $3,871. The value moves with the spot price, and this page updates automatically.
Is a Swiss 20 Franc Vreneli worth more than its melt value?
It can be. Scarce dates, mint marks and coins in high grades sell above melt value to collectors, while common dates in worn condition trade closer to melt. Check the date, mint mark and condition, or ask a grading service or dealer, for a collector value.