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500 Francs - Jean Presidency of the European Community
1997 year| Silver (.925) | 22.9 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Jean (1964-2000) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 500 Francs (500 LUF) |
| Currency | Franc (1854-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 22.9 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#23817 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
At the center of the reverse, the official logo of the Luxembourg Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
To the left of the logo the legend and to the right the dates of beginning and end of the presidency.
Under the logo the date of issue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRESIDENCE DU CONSEIL DE L'UNION EUROPEENNE
VII·1997
XII·1997
LUXEMBOURG
97
Translation:
PRESIDENCY OF THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION
VII·1997
XII·1997
LUXEMBOURG
97
Engraver: Yvette Gastauer-Claire
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Jean, the President of the European Community, on one side, and the coat of arms of Luxembourg on the other. This coin was minted to commemorate Luxembourg's presidency of the European Community in 1997, making it a distinctive and collectible item for numismatists and enthusiasts of European history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 6121 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs - Jean (Presidency of the European Community) 1997 coin.
