1851, Switzerland (Confederation). Scarce Silver ½ Franc Mint Year: 1851 Denomination: ½ Franc Mint Place: Paris (A, privy marks: pointing hand / oil-lamp) Material: Silver (.900) Diameter: 18.1mm Weight: 2.42gm Obverse: Helvetia seated left, resting arm upon Swiss shield and raising right hand. Mountains in background, agricultural objects behind her. Comment: Privy marks (pointing ha ...