500 Francs - 70 ecus Descartes
1991 year| Gold (.920) | 17 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1991 |
| Value | 500 Francs = 70 ECU (500 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#181442 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
500 FRANCS
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE
500 FRANCS
Engraver: A. GAL
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 500 Francs - 70 ecus Descartes 1991 coin from France is that it features an image of the famous French philosopher and mathematician René Descartes, who is best known for his statement "I think, therefore I am." This coin was issued to commemorate the 350th anniversary of Descartes' death and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 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 Descartes 1991 1991 coin.
