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1½ Euro Journée de l'Europe
2006 yearSilver (.900) | 22.20 g | 37 mm |
Issuer | France |
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Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2006 |
Value | 1½ Euro 1.5 EUR = USD 1.65 |
Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
Composition | Silver (.900) |
Weight | 22.20 g |
Diameter | 37 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#28284 |
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Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Portrait of the goddess Europe with stars in her hair, above 12 monetary acronyms "€" in an arc. To the left of the portrait and below flags on mats symbolizing the European flags.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
€ € € € € € € € € € € €
EUROPA
2006
Engraver: Fabienne Courtiade
Edge
Smooth with in hollow the inscription "EUROPA" repeated four times in reversed directions.
Lettering: EUROPA EUROPA EUROPA EUROPA
Comment
The common emissions hallmarkThis hallmark by Finnish engraver Hannu Veijalainen, which appeared for the first time in Austria on the 5 euro 2004, marks issues common to several member states.
Interesting fact
The 2006 French Journée de l'Europe 1½ Euro coin was designed by French artist Joaquin Jimenez, and it features a unique design that showcases the unity and diversity of Europe. The coin's obverse side features a stylized map of Europe, with the 12 stars of the European Union surrounding the map. The reverse side features a depiction of Europa, the mythological figure after whom the continent is named, riding a bull. The coin's design is meant to symbolize the idea of Europe as a united and strong entity, while also celebrating its diversity and rich cultural heritage.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2006 | 31517 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1½ Euro (Journée de l'Europe) 2006 coin.