France 10 Euros, 2021

De Gaulle - Churchill

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country France France
Currency Euro (2002 – 9999)
Coin type Non-circulating coin
Denomination 10 Euros
Year 2021
Ruler Fifth Republic (1958–9999)
Composition Silver (.999)
Shape Round
Alignment Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique Milled, coloured
Weight (g) 22.2
Diameter (mm) 37

Description

10 Euros from France. Issued in 2021. Struck in Silver (.999). Measures 37 mm and weighs 22.2 g.

Obverse
The Obverse shows the profiles of Charles de Gaulle in the foreground and Winston Churchill in the background , both dressed in their military uniform. Their names appear on top of their profiles. The French and British flags are represented in color with the mention "RF" (French Republic) on the Gallic flag and "80 ANS" (80 years) on the British flag in reference to the 80 years of Free France that was created in London . (RF 
80 Years)
Reverse
The Reverse of the coins highlights France and Great Britain with a common background to highlight their alliance during World War II . The legend "1941-2021 ANIVERSAIRE DE LA FRANCE LIBRE" (1941-2021 Anniversary of the Free France) is attached to the Cross of Lorraine , symbol of Free France, and includes the face value of "10 EURO" on the right. (1914 
2021
Anniversary of the Free France
10 Euro)
Edge
Plain

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
2021  Rhinoceros 3K Proof

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