500 Francs / 75 Euros (The Tour of Belem) 1997 front 500 Francs / 75 Euros (The Tour of Belem) 1997 back
500 Francs / 75 Euros (The Tour of Belem) 1997 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

500 Francs / 75 Euros The Tour of Belem

1997 year
Platinum (.999) 20 g -
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
500 Francs (500&nbspFRF)
Currency
New franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Platinum (.999)
Weight
20 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#336632
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Tour de Belem

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LISBONNE
TOUR
DE
BELEM
1997

Engraver: Atelier de gravure de la Monnaie

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1997 French Platinum 500 Francs / 75 Euros coin (The Tour of Belem) is that it features a unique design that showcases the famous Tour de Belem, a historic lighthouse located in the port city of Le Havre, France. The coin's design is a stunning representation of the lighthouse's architecture, showcasing its intricate details and beauty. Additionally, the coin's platinum composition and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  2000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs / 75 Euros (The Tour of Belem) 1997 coin.