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500 Francs Liberation of Paris
1994 year| Gold (.920) | 17 g | - |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 500 Francs (500 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 17 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#334428 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Triumphant troops marching down Champs Elysees.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DESCENTE DES CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES · 26 AOÚT 1944
Translation: DESCENT OF THE CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES · AUGUST 26, 1944
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1994 French 500 Francs (Liberation of Paris) gold coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of Paris during World War II. The coin features an image of the Arc de Triomphe, which was a symbol of French resistance and freedom, and the inscription "LIBERATION DE PARIS" on its reverse side. The coin's design was created by the French sculptor and engraver, Pierre-Gilles Roca.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 679 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs (Liberation of Paris) 1994 coin.
