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10 Francs Hercule Gold Piedfort
| Gold (.920) | 84 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1971-1973 |
| Value | 10 Francs (10 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 84 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8173 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hercules group, exergue line below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE
Dupré
Translation: Liberty Equality Fraternity
Engraver: Augustin Dupré
Edge
Motifs in relief relating respectively to agriculture (sheaf of wheat, rooster, bunch of grapes), industry (hammer, cogwheel, compass) and trade (scales, cornucopia, caduceus).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Francs Hercule (Gold Piedfort) 1971-1973 from France is that it was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Auguste C. Normand. The coin features a portrait of Hercules on the obverse side and a depiction of the French Republic's coat of arms on the reverse side. The coin was minted in a limited quantity, with only 500 pieces produced, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 | 250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs Hercule (Gold Piedfort) 1971-1973 coin.
