Euro (1999-?) Coin List
The introduction of the euro in France in 1999 marked a historic milestone in the country's economy and monetary policy. This momentous change not only affected the daily lives of French citizens, but also had a significant impact on the numismatic sphere, introducing new coins and banknotes that reflected both European identity and French cultural heritage.
The changeover to the euro and its impact on French society
The process of adopting the euro in France unfolded in two main phases. The first phase began on January 1, 1999, when the euro was introduced as the currency of account for electronic and financial transactions. During this period, the French franc remained the legal tender for cash transactions. The second phase, known as "le passage à l'euro fiduciaire", began on January 1, 2002, when euro coins and banknotes entered circulation. This change required significant adaptation on the part of the French population, which had to familiarize itself with the new currency and its denominations. The Bank of France played a crucial role in this transition, organizing information campaigns and facilitating the exchange of francs for euros.
French euro coins: design and symbolism
French euro coins are characterized by their rich symbolism and distinctive design. The 1, 2 and 5 cent coins feature a young Marianne, symbol of the French Republic, with a modern and dynamic design. The 10, 20 and 50 cent coins feature the sowing machine, a classic French coin motif representing the sowing of ideas and growth. The 1 euro coin features a tree inside a hexagon, symbolizing life, growth and the geographical shape of metropolitan France. Finally, the 2 euro coin shows a stylized portrait of Marianne, embodying the values of the Republic. These designs, created by different French artists, reflect the historical and cultural continuity of France within the framework of the European Union, making them objects of interest to collectors and numismatic scholars alike.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Euro (1999-?) coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Old coins of France
To facilitate their classification, we have decided to organise the coins according to their historical period, you can consult the coins by historical numismatic categories of France.
Louis XIII 1610-1643 Louis XIV (Sun) 1643-1715 Louis XIV (Ecu) 1643-1715 Louis XVI 1774-1796 First Republic 1794-1803 French Empire 1803-1815 Kingdom of France 1815-1848 Second Republic 1848-1852 Napoleon III 1852-1870 Republic/former Franco 1870-1960 Vichy Government 1940-1944 New French Franc 1960-2001 Euro 1999-?Coin Catalog
Francia | ¼ euro (Children's Design)
Francia | 1 euro cent
Francia | 2 euro cent
Francia | 5 euro cent
Francia | 10 euro cent
Francia | 20 euro cent
Francia | 50 euro cent
Francia | 1 euro
Francia | 2 euro
Francia | ¼ euro (Children's Design)
Francia | 10 euro (FIFA's 100th Anniversary)
Francia | 10 euro cent
Francia | 20 euro cent
Francia | 50 euro cent
Francia | 1 euro
Francia | 2 euro
Francia | 1/4 euro (Chinese Horoscope-Year of the Dog)
Francia | 1/4 euro (300th Anniversary of the Birth of Benjamin Franklin)
Francia | 2 euro (French Presidency of the Council of the European Union)
Francia | 2 euro (50th Anniversary of the Treaty of Rome)
Francia | 5 euro (La Sembradora)
Francia | 15 euro (La Sembradora)
Francia | 10 euro (La Sembradora)
Francia | 25 euro ( La Sembradora)
Francia | 2 euro (10th Anniversary of the Economic and Monetary Union / EMU)
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