250 Euros 10 Years of Euros Cash
2012 year| Gold (.999) | 62.208 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 250 Euros 250 EUR = USD 274 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 62.208 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#118351 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The coin represents the place of the euro after 10 years of circulation in the euro zone.
In the center of the coin is represented the Earth with the face value "250 Euro". All around the planet are represented by different symbols of economic actors: the European Central Bank by the ECB headquarters, ecology and energy by the wind turbines, industries by the factory, cities by the houses, European citizens by the characters and trade by the boat.
The inscription "10 YEARS OF THE EURO" is present on the upper part of the coin and the anniversary dates "2002" "2012" appear above the Earth.
The design is similar to the common commemorative 2-euro coins and was chosen from among five designs pre-selected by the citizens and residents of the European Union, who voted online. It is the work of Helmut Andexlinger, a professional designer at the Austrian Mint. His initials "A.H." are present under the representation of the ECB headquarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10 ANS DE L'EURO
2002 2012
250 Euro
A.H.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the European Union's shared values and history. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of Europa, a symbol of Europe, surrounded by the 12 stars of the European Union. The reverse side features a stylized image of a euro coin, along with the anniversary dates "2002-2012" and the inscription "10 ans d'euro" (10 years of euro). This coin was minted to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the euro currency, which was introduced in 1999 and officially replaced the national currencies of the European Union's member states in 2002.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 95 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 250 Euros (10 Years of Euros Cash) 2012 coin.
