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500 Francs Georges Guynemer
1997 year| Gold (.920) | 16.96 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 500 Francs (500 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 16.96 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#312218 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
A stork in flight. The stork was the motif painted on "Le vieux Charles", Guynemer's SPAD III.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
500 F
LIBERTÉ - ÉGALITÉ - FRATERNITÉ
Translation: Liberty - Equality - Brotherhood
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 500 Francs (Georges Guynemer) coin from France, made of Gold (.920) and weighing 16.96g, features an image of Georges Guynemer, a French aviator and ace during World War I, on its obverse side. Guynemer was known for his bravery and exceptional flying skills, and he is still considered a national hero in France. The coin was issued in 1997 as a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation but rather as a collector's item. It's a unique and valuable piece for collectors of French coins or those interested in aviation history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs (Georges Guynemer) 1997 coin.
