500 Francs / 75 Euro (Chinese Horseman) 1996 front 500 Francs / 75 Euro (Chinese Horseman) 1996 back
500 Francs / 75 Euro (Chinese Horseman) 1996 photo
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500 Francs / 75 Euro Chinese Horseman

1996 year
Gold (.999) 155.5 g 50 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
500 Francs (500&nbspFRF)
Currency
New franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
155.5 g
Diameter
50 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
2002
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#302877
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stars surround denominations on lined field

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TRÉSORS des MUSÉES d'EUROPE
500 FRANCS
75 euro
LIBERTÉ-ÉGALITÉ-FRATERNITÉ

Interesting fact

The 1996 French 500 Francs/75 Euro Chinese Horseman gold coin features a unique design that showcases a horse and rider in a dynamic pose, with the rider depicted in a traditional Chinese costume. This coin is part of a series of gold coins issued by the French Mint to commemorate the Year of the Horse, and its design was inspired by traditional Chinese art and culture. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  99 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs / 75 Euro (Chinese Horseman) 1996 coin.