10 Francs (Leon Gambetta; Piedfort Issue) 1982 front 10 Francs (Leon Gambetta; Piedfort Issue) 1982 back
10 Francs (Leon Gambetta; Piedfort Issue) 1982 photo
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10 Francs Leon Gambetta; Piedfort Issue

1982 year
Copper-nickel 20.01 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1982
Value
10 Francs (10&nbspFRF)
Currency
New franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
20.01 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#48181
Rarity index
67%

Reverse

Dressed bust of Gambetta three-quarter left, with bow tie; signed with the monogram ER .Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Léon GAMBETTA
1838-1882
ER

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Leon Gambetta coin was designed by French sculptor and engraver, Pierre-Charles Simart. Simart was a prominent artist during the 19th and early 20th centuries, and his work can be found in various museums and institutions throughout France. The coin's design features a portrait of Leon Gambetta, a French statesman and republican leader, on the obverse, and a depiction of the French Republic's allegorical figure, Marianne, on the reverse. The coin's design is considered a classic example of French numismatic art and is highly sought after by collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1982  326 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (Leon Gambetta; Piedfort Issue) 1982 coin.