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1 Franc Last Franc
2001 yearGold (.750) | 26.1 g | 33 mm |
Issuer | France |
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Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2001 |
Value | 1 Franc (1 FRF) |
Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
Composition | Gold (.750) |
Weight | 26.1 g |
Diameter | 33 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#27702 |
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Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1
Engraver: Philippe Starck
Edge
In the hollow
Lettering: 2001 RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ
Interesting fact
The 1 Franc (Last Franc) 2001 coin from France made of Gold (.750) weighing 26.1 g is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only 50,000 coins minted. It was designed by the French artist, Joaquin Jimenez, and features the iconic Gallic rooster on one side and the French Republic's motto, "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" on the other. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a sought-after piece for collectors and investors.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2001 | 4963 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc (Last Franc) 2001 coin.