5 Euros (French Republic) 2008 front 5 Euros (French Republic) 2008 back
5 Euros (French Republic) 2008 photo
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5 Euros French Republic

2008 year
Gold (.999) 1.244 g 13.9 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2008
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#25405
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Right profile of Charles De Gaulle and Marianne on the left. The face value "5 EURO" on the right-hand side of the coin. Along the right side of the listel, the inscription "50e ANNIVERSAIRE DE LA V RÉPUBLIQUE".Automatically translated

Lettering:
50e ANNIVERSAIRE DE LA Ve RÉPUBLIQUE
5
EURO

Edge

Plain.

Interesting fact

The 2008 French Republic 5 Euro gold coin features a unique design that commemorates the 50th anniversary of the European Economic Community (EEC), which was a precursor to the modern-day European Union. The coin's design includes a stylized image of the Earth, symbolizing the global reach of the EU, and the words "50 ans de la CEE" (50 years of the EEC) inscribed in a circular pattern. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for anyone interested in European history and numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2008  9757 - - - - - -

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