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10 Euros L'Hermione
2012 year| Silver (.900) | 22.2 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 10 Euros 10 EUR = USD 11 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 22.2 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#92542 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Lettering:
Les Grands Navires Français
10 EURO
2012
Edge
Plain
Comment
Hermione was a 12-pounder Concorde-class frigate of the French Navy. She became famous when she ferried General Lafayette to the United States in 1780 for support to the Americans in the American Revolutionary War. She grounded and was wrecked in 1793.https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_frigate_Hermione_%281779%29
Interesting fact
The L'Hermione coin is a unique piece as it features a rare depiction of Lady Liberty with a Phrygian cap on her head, symbolizing freedom and the French Revolution.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 4661 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Euros (L'Hermione) 2012 coin.
