Obverse © nordboutik59 – Reverse © Jérémy Pureur
Obverse © nordboutik59 – Reverse © Jérémy Pureur
20 Francs Mediterranean Games
1993 year| Trimetallic: copper-aluminium-nickel core, nickel middle ring and copper-aluminium-nickel outer ring (rim and center: Cu 92%, Al 6%, Ni 2%) | 9 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| Value | 20 Francs (20 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Trimetallic: copper-aluminium-nickel core, nickel middle ring and copper-aluminium-nickel outer ring (rim and center: Cu 92%, Al 6%, Ni 2%) |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2.23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 17 February 2005 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#25 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Under the facial value surrounded by two branches, between waves, is written the legend: "JEUX MEDITERRANEENS". On the circumference, the three rings of the Mediterranean games are situated in the middle of the date, and the upper part is occupied by the motto: "LIBERTY - EQUALITY - FRATERNITY".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTE • EGALITE • FRATERNITE
20
FRANCS
JEUX MEDITERRANEENS
19 93
Engraver: Daniel Ponce - Gérard Buquoy
Edge
5 groups of reeds
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it is made of a unique trimetallic material, which is a combination of copper, aluminum, and nickel. The core of the coin is made of a copper-aluminum-nickel alloy, while the middle ring is made of pure nickel, and the outer ring (rim and center) is made of a copper-aluminum-nickel alloy with a different composition than the core. This trimetallic structure gives the coin a distinctive look and makes it stand out from other coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 5000011 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs (Mediterranean Games) 1993 coin.
