France 50 Euros, 2017
Marquise de Pompadour
Information
Country
France
France
Currency
Euro
(2002 – 9999)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
50 Euros
Year
2017
Ruler
Fifth Republic
(1958–9999)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
7.78
Diameter (mm)
22
Description
50 Euros from France. Issued in 2017. Struck in Gold (.999). Measures 22 mm and weighs 7.78 g.
- Obverse
- An allegorical depiction of the role Pompadour played in protecting the arts, and in publishing the Encyclopédie in particular.
- Reverse
- A portrait of Madame de Pompadour wearing ribbons around her neck, in accordance with the outfits in vogue at the time. on the background, a graphical design evokes the textile patterns of the 18th century.
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2017
|
1K | Proof |
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