France 50 Euros, 2012
Philippe II Auguste
Information
Country
France
France
Currency
Euro
(2002 – 9999)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
50 Euros
Year
2012
Ruler
Fifth Republic
(1958–9999)
Composition
Gold (.920)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
8.45
Diameter (mm)
22
Description
50 Euros from France. Issued in 2012. Struck in Gold (.920). Measures 22 mm and weighs 8.45 g.
- Obverse
- In the center, a view of the chateau du Louvre during the reign of Philippe Auguste. On either side are the letters "R F", above the reign dates (1180-1223) and below the value "50 EURO".
- Reverse
- Portrait of King Philip II, known as Philip Augustus (1180-1223), wearing one of the first crowns with the royal lily. The name of the king is inscribed on the circumference of the coin, and below the marks of monetary workshops and the year.
- Edge
- Smooth, irregular edge.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2012
|
712 | Proof |
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