5 Euros (Age of Iron and Glass) 2017 front 5 Euros (Age of Iron and Glass) 2017 back
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5 Euros Age of Iron and Glass

2017 year
Gold (.999) 0.50 g 11 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2017
Value
5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49
Currency
Euro (2002-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
0.50 g
Diameter
11 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#139490
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

The reverse of the coin celebrates on one hand an iconic building of the technical evolution of that era: the Eiffel Tower; on the other hand an artist representative of the international influence of French literature, Victor Hugo. The famous romantic painting “Liberty leading the People" crowns the design.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Victor Hugo
5
EURO
LIBERTÉ EUGÈNE DELACROIX

Engraver: Joaquin Jimenez

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Age of Iron and Glass 5 Euro coin is that it was designed by French artist Joaquin Jimenez, who is known for his work in various fields such as sculpture, painting, and medallic art. The coin's design features a stylized representation of a woman's face, surrounded by elements that evoke the Iron and Glass Age, such as gears, cogs, and other industrial-style details. The use of gold for the coin's material adds an extra layer of luxury and exclusivity to the design, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2017  5000 - - - - - -

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