1878 Switzerland 1/2 Franc 2 2

[Tobias J Reily]

I like the colour although its dark toning when not in the light. What do you make of the grade? 

 

[Henri Charriere]

In order to pass "judgment" on another member's treasured possession, something I dislike doing intensely, it behooves the individual doing the "grading" to have a rudimentary working knowledge of the coin's high points.  Speaking strictly as an unaccredited rank amateur, I will venture to say I am unable to detect wear of any kind which would place this coin squarely within the U.S. realm of Mint State. Any comment regarding the lack of definition to the stars on the obverse I can deftly fend off by citing my unfamiliarity with the series, Swiss coins generally -- and poor eyesight.

[Just Bob]

Rim dings notwithstanding, I would say VF-XF, although I am not sure about the weak mint mark.