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10 Euros Spirit of St Louis
2017 year| Silver (.900) | 22.2 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| 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#152422 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Single engine aircraft flying over the city of Paris, France. Statue of Liberty in background, the starting point of the transatlantic crossing New York, USA. Lettering near upper edge of coin, year of issue below aircraft on Seine river, name of aircraft on right fuselage just rear of engine.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEW YORK - PARIS - 21 MAI 1927
Spirit of St Louis
2017
Engraver: Joaquin Jimenez
Edge
Plain
Comment
Raymond Orteig, a Frenchman and New York hotel owner, offered a prize of $25,000 to whoever flew nonstop from Paris to New York or New York to Paris. In May 1927 American mail pilot Charles A. Lindbergh flew from Roosevelt field on Long Island, New York to Le Bourget Field in Paris, France, successfully completing the first solo, nonstop transatlantic flight and first nonstop flight between New York and Paris in the single engine mono-plane he named "Spirit of St. Louis".Interesting fact
The 10 Euro Spirit of St Louis coin from France, made of Silver (.900) and weighing 22.2g, features an unique design that showcases a 3D representation of the iconic aircraft, the Spirit of St. Louis, which was used by Charles Lindbergh for his historic solo flight across the Atlantic in 1927. The coin's design is striking and eye-catching, making it a standout piece for collectors and aviation enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Euros (Spirit of St Louis) 2017 coin.
