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5 Francs Jules Dumont d'Urville
1992 year| Silver (.900) | 12 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | French Southern and Antarctic Lands (Overseas France) |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1992 |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
In the circular legend "TERRES AUSTRALES ET ANTARCTIQUES FRANÇAISES" In the center 3 albatrosses flying over the sea Below the year In the left exergue the signature "PONCE BUQUOY".
Script: Latin
Lettering: TERRES AUSTRALES ET ANTARCTIQUES FRANÇAISES PONCE-BUQUOY 1992
Translation: FRENCH AUSTRAL AND ANTARCTIC LANDS
Engravers: Gérard Buquoy, Daniel Ponce
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jules Dumont d'Urville, a French explorer and naval officer who led an expedition to the Antarctic in 1837-1840, and later became known for his contributions to the fields of oceanography, geography, and botany. The coin was issued in 1992 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of d'Urville's expedition to the Antarctic.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs (Jules Dumont d'Urville) 1992 coin.