100 Francs (Emile Zola Germinal; Silver Proof issue) 1985 front 100 Francs (Emile Zola Germinal; Silver Proof issue) 1985 back
100 Francs (Emile Zola Germinal; Silver Proof issue) 1985 photo
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100 Francs Emile Zola Germinal; Silver Proof issue

1985 year
Silver (.999) 15 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1985
Value
100 Francs (100&nbspFRF)
Currency
New franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
15 g
Diameter
31 mm
Thickness
2.10 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
17 February 2002
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#55524
Rarity index
65%

Reverse

In double circular legend "EMILE ZOLA GERMINAL 1885-1985". Center: bust of Émile Zola.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1885-1985
EMILE ZOLA GERMINAL

Engraver: Jean-Luc Maréchal

Designer: Alain Le Breton

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 100 Francs (Emile Zola Germinal; Silver Proof issue) 1985 coin from France features a unique design that takes inspiration from Emile Zola's famous novel "Germinal." The coin's design showcases a miner working in a mine, symbolizing the struggles of the working class, a theme that is central to Zola's novel. This coin is not only a beautiful piece of art but also a representation of French literature and history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1985  5000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs (Emile Zola Germinal; Silver Proof issue) 1985 coin.