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50 Euros Le Teston
2016 year| Gold (.920) | 8.45 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 50 Euros 50 EUR = USD 55 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 8.45 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#303116 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
On the right side of the face and reverse of the teston the fields in the background is lined with motifs of the Renaissance: the Vitruvian Man, the coat of arms to the DSL and the salamander, or the castle of Chambord, representative elements from the time of François 1er. The face value of the coin is at the bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
Euro
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2016 French 50 Euro Le Teston gold coin is that it features a unique design that was created by the French artist, Joaquin Jimenez. The coin's design depicts a stylized representation of the famous French ship, Le Teston, which was built in the 17th century and was known for its speed and maneuverability. The design also includes several other nautical elements, such as anchors and ropes, which add to the coin's maritime theme. Overall, the coin's design is a beautiful tribute to France's rich naval history and heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Euros (Le Teston) 2016 coin.
