5 Euros (Abbé Pierre) 2012 front 5 Euros (Abbé Pierre) 2012 back
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5 Euros Abbé Pierre

2012 year
Gold (.999) 1.244 g 13.9 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2012
Value
5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49
Currency
Euro (2002-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
1.244 g
Diameter
13.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#239582
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Pierre’s bust at left, shaddow figure at right.

Lettering:
Centenaire de la naissance de l'abbé Pierre
2012

Translation: Centenary of the birth of Abbé Pierre

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

The Abbé Pierre 5 Euro coin from France, made of gold (.999) and weighing 1.244g, was issued in 2012 as part of a series honoring famous French personalities. Abbé Pierre, born Henri Grouès, was a French Catholic priest and member of the Resistance during World War II. He was known for his tireless efforts in helping the poor and homeless, and was often referred to as the "French Gandhi." The coin's design features a portrait of Abbé Pierre on one side and the French Republic's motto, "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité," on the other.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2012  10000 - - - - - -

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