100 Francs (Gaspard Monge) 1998 front 100 Francs (Gaspard Monge) 1998 back
100 Francs (Gaspard Monge) 1998 photo
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100 Francs Gaspard Monge

1998 year
Silver (.900) 22.2 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1998
Value
100 Francs (100&nbspFRF)
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
References
Numista
N#121211
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Mathematical symbols, big X (polytechnic).
Pyramid with x N y inscribed and its reflection above as a mirage with a palm tree, recalling its participation in the Egyptian campaign of Napoleon.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE
X N Y
a a²
X
O Z
b b'
100 F
1998

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The coin features an image of Gaspard Monge, a French mathematician and physicist who is best known for his work in the field of differential geometry. He was a prominent figure in the French Enlightenment and was known for his contributions to the development of mathematics, physics, and engineering. The coin was issued to commemorate the 250th anniversary of Monge's birth.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998  2500 - - - - - -

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