Swissmint Silver wind energy 20 g - fluorescent

Information about Silver Wind Energy 20 g - fluorescent. This special coin from Swissmint is part of a three-part series on the theme "Energy of the Future" and is the final release in this series. Wind, alongside solar and hydro power, is one of the renewable energy sources, yet wind energy accounts for only a small portion of Switzerland's electricity supply. In honor of this important energy source, Swissmint released this special coin in 2023. Wind energy - a virtually inexhaustible energy source. In 2019, the energy generated from wind turbines supplied electricity to a total of 41,700 Swiss households. Especially during periods of high energy demand in the winter months, wind energy, along with solar energy and hydropower, makes a valuable contribution to meeting Switzerland's electricity needs. The 20 g special coin "Wind Energy," made of 999 fine silver, features fluorescent elements on the design side and is issued in the quality of Proof. The Proof (PP) quality is particularly sought after by collectors and is one of the most elaborate manufacturing processes for a coin. The mintage of this silver coin is strictly limited to 10,000 pieces.