France 1½ Euros, 2003
Louisiana Purchase
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Information
Country
France
France
Currency
Euro
(2002 – 9999)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
1½ Euros
Year
2003
Ruler
Fifth Republic
(1958–9999)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
22.2
Diameter (mm)
37
Description
1½ Euros from France. Issued in 2003. Struck in Silver (.900). Measures 37 mm and weighs 22.2 g.
- Obverse
- In the center of the piece is a map of the United States representing New France. On the left is Thomas Jefferson, President of the United States, and on the right is Napoleon 1st, Emperor of the French. At the top of the coin is the motto of the republic, and at the bottom the value of the coin.
- Reverse
- The piece depicts a trumpeter who is a symbol of Louisiana.
- Edge
- Plain.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2003
|
5.6K | Proof |
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