50 Euros Philippe II Auguste
2012 year| Gold (.920) | 8.45 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| 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#32346 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Portrait of King Philip II, known as Philip Augustus (1180-1223), wearing one of the first crowns with the royal lily. The name of the king is inscribed on the circumference of the coin, and below the marks of monetary workshops and the year.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PHILIPPE II AUGUSTE
2012
Designer: Christian Lacroix
Edge
Smooth, irregular edge.
Comment
Part of a series of 15 coins designed by Christian Lacroix that trace the line of French rulers from King Clovis who united the Frankish tribes to François Mitterand, the longest-serving prime minister of the Republic. The coins were released in both silver and gold at three coins per year over 5 years, culminating in 2015. Although sold individually, Monnaie de Paris also issued a special casket for collectors to unite the complete sets in either silver or gold.Interesting fact
The Philippe II Auguste 50 Euro gold coin from France, minted in 2012, features an interesting design. The obverse side of the coin showcases a portrait of King Philippe II Auguste, while the reverse side features a depiction of the king on horseback, surrounded by the inscription "Philippe II Auguste - Roi de France" and the coin's denomination. The coin's gold content is 920, and it weighs 8.45 grams.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 712 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Euros (Philippe II Auguste) 2012 coin.
