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France Coins

French numismatics is rich in history and diversity. France currently uses the euro as its official currency since its introduction in 2002. However, its monetary history is much more extensive and fascinating, spanning centuries of political and economic change.

The French franc: predecessor of the euro

Prior to the adoption of the euro, the official currency of France was the French franc. Introduced in 1360 during the reign of John II, the franc underwent numerous transformations over the centuries. During the French Revolution, the germinal franc was established in 1803, which remained the primary monetary unit until the arrival of the euro. The French franc witnessed important historical events, such as the creation of the Latin Monetary Union in 1865.

Milestones in French numismatics

French numismatics has several significant milestones. Among them is the minting of the "écu d'or" in 1266 by Louis IX, one of the first European gold coins of the Middle Ages. Another turning point was the introduction of the silver franc in 1575 by Henry III. In more recent times, the issuance of commemorative coins has gained popularity, celebrating historical events, personalities and French cultural achievements, thus contributing to the country's rich numismatic tradition.

Country France
Flag
Coin Euro (EUR)
Continent Europa
Capital city Paris
ISO2 FR
ISO3 FRA
Catalogued coins 1780

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Ancient 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.

Second Republic 1848-1852 Napoleon III 1852-1870 Republic/former Franco 1870-1960 Vichy Government 1940-1944 New French Franc 1960-2001 Euro 1999-?

The most valuable coins

The most valuable France coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:

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The valuation of these coins 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.

Coin catalogs related to France

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Coin Catalog

2 euro (2016 UEFA European Championship)

FO#14129
Price: 2,11€ - 3,77€
Year: 2016
Period: Euro
Weight: 8,50 g
Composition: Bimetalica
Diameter: 25,75 mm
Edge: Ribbed with inscription

1/4 euro (Para-athletics)

FO#24002
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 17,00 g
Composition: Copper plated steel
Diameter: 34,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 euro (Fencing)

FO#24206
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 22,20 g
Composition: Silver (0,999)
Diameter: 37,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

50 euro (Phryge: A walk along the Champs Elysées)

FO#24227
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 35,00 g
Composition: Silver (0,900)
Diameter: 41,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 euro (50th Anniversary of the Birth of Hello Kitty)

FO#24192
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 22,20 g
Composition: Silver (0,999)
Diameter:
Edge: Smooth

50 euro (25th anniversary of the anime series in Japan)

FO#24217
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 7,78 g
Composition: Gold (0,999)
Diameter: 22,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

1/4 euro ( Olympic torch relay)

FO#23999
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 17,00 g
Composition: Copper plated steel
Diameter: 34,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 euro (Paavo Nurmi)

FO#25589
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 3,11 g
Composition: Gold (0,999)
Diameter: 15,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 euro (Notre-Dame de Paris)

FO#24210
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 22,20 g
Composition: Silver (0,999)
Diameter: 37,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

100 euro (80 years of women's suffrage in France)

FO#24231
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 45,00 g
Composition: Silver (0,900)
Diameter: 47,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 euro (Phryge : GrandPlace of Lille)

FO#24196
Price: 20,00€
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 13,00 g
Composition: Silver (0,333)
Diameter: 31,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

1/4 euro (Pole vault)

FO#24003
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 17,00 g
Composition: Copper plated steel
Diameter: 34,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

20 euro (The Louis dor)

FO#24214
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 16,00 g
Composition: Silver (0,900)
Diameter: 33,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

50 euro (Phryge:Coffee on the terrace)

FO#24228
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 35,00 g
Composition: Silver (0,900)
Diameter: 41,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

1/4 euro (Fencing)

FO#24000
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 17,00 g
Composition: Copper plated steel
Diameter: 34,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 euro (Para-athletics)

FO#24211
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 22,20 g
Composition: Silver (0,999)
Diameter: 37,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

100 euro (The Louis dor)

FO#24232
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 45,00 g
Composition: Silver (0,900)
Diameter: 47,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

1/4 euro (Delivery Paris - Los Angeles)

FO#25487
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 17,10 g
Composition: Copper plated steel
Diameter: 34,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 euro (Year of the Dragon)

FO#24190
Year: 2024
Period: Euro
Weight: 22,20 g
Composition: Silver (0,999)
Diameter: 37,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

2 euro (World AIDS Day)

FO#11970
Price: 2,06€ - 3,68€
Year: 2014
Period: Euro
Weight: 8,50 g
Composition: Bimetalica
Diameter: 25,75 mm
Edge: Ribbed with inscription

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