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© Auktionshaus Ulrich Felzmann GmbH & Co. KG
500 Francs Cross-Country Skiing
1991 year| Gold (.920) | 17 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1991 |
| Value | 500 Francs (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#334339 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Games logo, value and legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
XVIES JEUX OLYMPIQUES D'HIVER
500 FRANCS
ALBERTVILLE 92
1991
Edge
Lettering: LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1991 French 500 Francs (Cross-Country Skiing) gold coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich winter sports heritage. The coin's obverse side depicts a skier in mid-stride, set against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains. The reverse side features the coat of arms of the French Republic, surrounded by an intricate pattern of snowflakes. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and skiing enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 8000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs (Cross-Country Skiing) 1991 coin.
