10 Euros World War II
2005 year| Gold (.920) | 8.45 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 10 Euros 10 EUR = USD 11 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 8.45 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#32081 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Flight from Colombes.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
L'EUROPE FAIT LA PAIX
8 MAI 1945
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II, and the design on the coin reflects this theme. The obverse side features a portrait of Charles de Gaulle, the leader of the Free French Forces during the war, while the reverse side depicts the flags of the Allied powers and the dates "1945-2005" to symbolize the end of the war and the passage of time. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Euros (World War II) 2005 coin.
