© VN2011
© VN2011
5 Francs French Victory
1998 year| Silver (.900) | 13 g | 30.0 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 30.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 17 February 2005 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#19298 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 50% |
Reverse
In circular legend "FINAL OF THE XVIth WORLD CUP" / In the center the trophy presented with the stadium of France in background / In central line on both sides of the trophy "12 JULY 1998" / Underneath on 2 lines "FRANCE BRESIL".
Tribute to the victorious France against Brazil (July 12, 1998)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
12 JUILLET 1998
FRANCE
BRÉSIL
FINALE DE LA XVIe COUPE DU MONDE
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The coin features the iconic image of a woman personifying France, with a laurel wreath on her head and a tricolor flag in her hand, symbolizing the country's victory in World War II. The design was created by the French sculptor and engraver, Auguste C. Normand, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs (French Victory) 1998 coin.
