500 Francs / 70 Ecus (Charlemagne) 1990 front 500 Francs / 70 Ecus (Charlemagne) 1990 back
500 Francs / 70 Ecus (Charlemagne) 1990 photo
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500 Francs / 70 Ecus Charlemagne

1990 year
Platinum (.9995) 20.04 g -
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1990
Value
500 Francs = 70 ECU (500&nbspFRF)
Currency
New franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Platinum (.9995)
Weight
20.04 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#303311
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned Charlemagne

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHARLE MAGNE
C. TIETZ
70
ECUS
·742 814·

Engraver: Carola Tietz

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, who was the King of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor from 768 to 814. He played a significant role in European history and is considered the father of Europe. The coin was issued in 1990 to commemorate the 1200th anniversary of Charlemagne's death.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1990  2000 - - - - - -

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 (Charlemagne) 1990 coin.