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5 Euros La Fontaine - Year of the Ox
2009 year| Silver (.900) | 22.2 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2009 |
| Value | 5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 22.2 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#19952 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
The portrait of Jean de la Fontaine as well as all the animals of the Chinese zodiac.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Fables De La Fontaine
5
EURO
2009
Interesting fact
The La Fontaine - Year of the Ox coin is part of a series of coins issued by the French mint to celebrate the Chinese zodiac. The coin features a design by the French artist Jean-Pierre La Fontaine, which depicts a stylized ox surrounded by traditional Chinese motifs. The coin was issued in 2009, which is the Year of the Ox according to the Chinese lunar calendar.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 4738 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (La Fontaine - Year of the Ox) 2009 coin.
