20-franc silver special coin “125 Years of the Aero Club of Switzerland” 2026 | Swissmint

Following the “Pioneers of Swiss Aviation” special coin launched in 2025, the second special coin in the Swiss aviation series will follow on 22 October 2026. This coin celebrates the AeCS and its 125th anniversary. Next year will see the release of the third and final special coin in the Swiss aviation series, which will be dedicated to the future of aviation.

This special coin offers a symbolic journey through the history of aviation. The obverse gives the impression of sitting in a cockpit: following a runway marked with the number 125 and the anniversary logo of the Aero Club of Switzerland leads us to the central instrument panel displaying the years 1901 – 2026. Surrounding the cockpit, the history of aviation unfolds in segments – from ballooning and gliding, through parachuting and early aeroplanes, to modern motorised aeroplanes and the helicopter. This creates a dynamic overall design that combines 125 years of aviation history and at the same time represents innovation, development and the enduring fascination of flying.

The obverse of all the coins in the three-part Swiss aviation series features the face value of CHF 20, the inscription “CONFOEDERATIO HELVETICA’”, the minting year and the mintmark B for Swissmint. In the centre of these features is a propeller that transforms into a turbine.

The coin will be released in a limited issue comprising 8,000 coins in uncirculated quality in the blister and 3,500 coins in proof quality in presentation case.

Availability

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• Online sales start: 22 October 2026, 08:00 a.m.
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