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¼ Euro La Fayette
2007 year| Silver (.900) | 13 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2007 |
| Value | ¼ Euro ¼ EUR = USD 0.27 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#19948 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
The reverse side represents the Hermione on which Lafayette sailed to join the American army in 1777. Intimate of George Washington and member of his staff, he was appointed general and then division commander.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LA FAYETTE. HERO OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
QUART d'EURO
L'HERMIONE
2007
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of the famous French frigate, Hermione, which was built in the 18th century and played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War. The coin's design is a tribute to the historic friendship between France and the United States, and the Hermione is depicted sailing across the Atlantic, symbolizing the strong bond between the two nations.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 4740 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Euro (La Fayette) 2007 coin.
