Vreneli Gold Coin Value
A 20 franc Vreneli currently sells for about 728.44 EUR; dealers buy at roughly 673.46 EUR.
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Gold coins compared
Weight, fineness and fine-gold content of each coin with an estimated dealer selling price.
| Coin | Weight | Fineness | Fine gold | Diameter | Dealer sells |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 916Krugerrand 1 oz | 33.931 g | 916.7 ‰ | 31.105 g | 32.77 mm | 3,810.15 |
| 999.9Maple Leaf 1 oz | 31.103 g | 999.9 ‰ | 31.100 g | 30 mm | 3,809.58 |
| 999.9Vienna Philharmonic 1 oz | 31.103 g | 999.9 ‰ | 31.100 g | 37 mm | 3,802.21 |
| 999.9Britannia 1 oz | 31.103 g | 999.9 ‰ | 31.100 g | 32.69 mm | 3,809.58 |
| 916American Eagle 1 oz | 33.931 g | 916.7 ‰ | 31.105 g | 32.70 mm | 3,846.96 |
| 999.9Kangaroo 1 oz | 31.103 g | 999.9 ‰ | 31.100 g | 32.60 mm | 3,820.62 |
| 999China Panda 30 g | 30.000 g | 999.0 ‰ | 29.970 g | 32 mm | 3,759.85 |
| 900Vreneli 20 francs | 6.452 g | 900.0 ‰ | 5.806 g | 21 mm | 728.44 |
| 90020 Mark (German Empire) | 7.965 g | 900.0 ‰ | 7.169 g | 22.50 mm | 907.80 |
| 9861 Ducat Austria | 3.491 g | 986.1 ‰ | 3.442 g | 19.75 mm | 444.08 |
| 9864 Ducats Austria | 13.964 g | 986.1 ‰ | 13.770 g | 39.50 mm | 1,711.14 |
| 916Sovereign | 7.988 g | 916.7 ‰ | 7.323 g | 22.05 mm | 918.66 |
| 900100 Corona Austria | 33.875 g | 900.0 ‰ | 30.488 g | 37 mm | 3,770.64 |
| 90010 Mark (German Empire) | 3.982 g | 900.0 ‰ | 3.584 g | 19.50 mm | 458.08 |
| 999.91 Deutsche Mark gold coin 2001 | 12.000 g | 999.9 ‰ | 11.999 g | 23.50 mm | 1,505.29 |
Specifications
Switzerland minted the 20 franc Vreneli from 1897 to 1949. It weighs 6.45 g at 900/1000 and contains 5.806 g of fine gold.
Gold value vs collector value
The gold value is the floor. Rare dates or coins in excellent condition can be worth more to collectors, but most Vrenelis are common dates traded close to their gold value. Have a potentially rare coin checked by a numismatic dealer before selling.
Tax and comparison
The Vreneli qualifies as VAT-free investment gold in Germany. Divide the price by 5.806 g to compare with the gram price of 121.30 EUR, or with the similar German 20 Mark coin (907.80 EUR).
Selling Vrenelis
Many Vrenelis come from inheritances. Dealers currently pay about 673.46 EUR each. Do not clean the coins before selling, as cleaning marks reduce collector value. Sort them by date and have unusual pieces assessed separately; for common dates, simply compare buy prices from several dealers.
With just under 6 g of fine gold, the Vreneli is a handy small unit for anyone who wants to hold gold in smaller pieces, and premiums on common dates are often moderate.
Frequently asked questions
How much gold is in a Vreneli?
5.806 g of fine gold in a 6.45 g coin at 900/1000.
Is the Vreneli VAT-free in Germany?
Yes, it qualifies as investment gold.
Does condition matter?
Hardly for the gold value, but it matters for collector value.
Gold price in German cities
The gold price is the same across Germany; dealers differ only in premiums and margins.