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10 Francs World Cup
1996 year| Silver (.900) | 22.2 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| 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 | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17896 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
In circular caption "WORLD CUP 1998" / In the center a soccer entering a cage and breaking the net / In the first background a bird flying away / In the second background the layout of a soccer field
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COUPE DU MONDE 1998
J.JIMENEZ
Engraver: Joaquin Jimenez
Edge
Lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique design that showcases the country's passion for football (soccer). The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized football player in action, while the reverse side features the iconic Eiffel Tower with the words "COUPE DU MONDE DE LA FIFA 1998" (FIFA World Cup 1998) inscribed above it. This coin was minted to commemorate France's hosting of the 1998 FIFA World Cup, and its design reflects the country's pride in both its football tradition and its cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (World Cup) 1996 coin.
