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10 Francs A Century of the Life Sciences
2000 year| Silver (.900) | 22.2 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2000 |
| Value | 10 Francs (10 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 22.2 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 17 February 2005 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#79621 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
A stylized man and woman on top
a fetus in a sphere held by two hands below
Lettering: néant (hormis signature)
Engraver: Joaquin Jimenez
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique design that showcases the double helix structure of DNA, which was discovered by James Watson and Francis Crick in 1953. The DNA structure is depicted in a spiral form, with the two strands of nucleotides intertwined. This design was chosen to represent the significant advancements made in the field of genetics and molecular biology during the 20th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 1966 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (A Century of the Life Sciences) 2000 coin.
