500 Francs / 70 Ecus (Arc de Triumph) 1993 front 500 Francs / 70 Ecus (Arc de Triumph) 1993 back
500 Francs / 70 Ecus (Arc de Triumph) 1993 photo
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500 Francs / 70 Ecus Arc de Triumph

1993 year
Gold (.920) 17 g -
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1993
Value
500 Francs = 70 ECU (500&nbspFRF)
Currency
New franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Gold (.920)
Weight
17 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#335877
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Arc de Triumph

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ARC DE TRIOMPHE DE L'ETOILE
1993

Engraver: Pierre Rodier

Interesting fact

The Arc de Triomphe coin was designed by French sculptor and engraver, Auguste-Philippe Herst (1912-1997). Herst was a prominent artist who was known for his work on various French coins and medals, and his design for the Arc de Triomphe coin features a stunning representation of the iconic Parisian monument. The coin's design also includes the inscription "ARC DE TRIOMPHE" and the dates "1836-1993" to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Arc de Triomphe's construction.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1993  5000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs / 70 Ecus (Arc de Triumph) 1993 coin.