50 Francs (150th Anniversary French Postage Stamps) 1999 front 50 Francs (150th Anniversary French Postage Stamps) 1999 back
50 Francs (150th Anniversary French Postage Stamps) 1999 photo

50 Francs 150th Anniversary French Postage Stamps

1999 year
Gold (.920) 8.45 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1999
Value
50 Francs (50&nbspFRF)
Currency
New franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Gold (.920)
Weight
8.45 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#159787
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

A 20 cent stamp in center
surrounded by letter of 150th anniversary of the first postage stamp in France

Script: Latin

Lettering:
150e ANNIVERSAIRE DU PREMIER TIMBRE-POSTALE FRANCAIS
REPUB . FRANC
. 20 . C . POSTES . 20 . C .

Interesting fact

The 50 Francs (150th Anniversary French Postage Stamps) 1999 gold coin from France features a unique design that showcases the history of French postage stamps, with an image of the first French stamp, the "Black Penny," issued in 1849, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only 10,000 minted, making it a sought-after piece for numismatists and philatelists alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1999  1000 - - - - - -

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