© CGB
© CGB
10 Francs World Cup
1997 year| Silver (.900) | 22.2 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| 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#8066 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
In circular caption "WORLD CUP 1998" / In second circular caption "GERMANY 1954 1974 1990" / In the center a player with the ball at his feet / In first background the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin / In second background the layout of a soccer field
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COUPE DU MONDE
ALLEMAGNE 1954 1974 1990
1998
Engraver: Joaquin Jimenez
Edge
Relief : Tranche B
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 motion, with the words "COUPE DU MONDE DE LA FIFA" (FIFA World Cup) written above, and the year "1997" below. The reverse side features the iconic Eiffel Tower, along with the coin's denomination (10 Francs) and the country's name ("FRANCE"). The coin's design was created by French artist and engraver, Joaquim Jimenez.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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) 1997 coin.
