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© Heritage Auctions Europe
20 Euros Benjamin Franklin
2006 year| Silver (.950) | 155.55 g | 50 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 20 Euros 20 EUR = USD 22 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.950) |
| Weight | 155.55 g |
| Diameter | 50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#359151 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Flags of France and USA.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PHILOSOPHE
DIPLOMATE
ÉCRIVAIN
SAVANT
20 EURO
2006
Translation:
Philosopher
Diplomat
Writer
Savant
Engraver: Quentin Stenberg
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2006 Benjamin Franklin 20 Euro silver coin from France features a unique design that showcases Franklin's contributions to science and technology. The coin's reverse side depicts Franklin's famous experiment with a kite in a thunderstorm, which led to his invention of the lightning rod. The design also includes a representation of the Earth, symbolizing Franklin's contributions to the study of electricity and its connection to the natural world. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can be used to educate people about important historical figures and events.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Euros (Benjamin Franklin) 2006 coin.
