100 Francs Discobole
1994 year| Silver (.925) | 33.63 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 100 Francs (100 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 33.63 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#48335 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 61% |
Reverse
Discobol in front of the Arche de la Défense and the CNIT, as well as the five rings of Olympism with the dates
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1896-1996
J. JIMENEZ
Engraver: Joaquin Jimenez
Edge
Lettering: CITIUS ALTIUS FORTIUS
Interesting fact
The Discobole coin was designed by French sculptor and engraver, Auguste Rodin, and features a depiction of a man throwing a discus on the obverse side. The coin was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Auguste Rodin, and the design was inspired by Rodin's famous sculpture, "The Discobolus," which is a representation of the ancient Greek athlete, Myron of Eleutherae, throwing a discus.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs (Discobole) 1994 coin.
