COINS
1999 Coin
Key Facts & Value
Key Fact
Description
This is a 1 Euro coin from France, minted in 1999. The obverse features Marianne, a symbol of the French Republic, designed by Joaquin Jimenez. The coin is bimetallic, with a diameter of 23.25 mm and a thickness of 2.33 mm, weighing 7.50 grams. The edge is reeded, and the alignment is medallic. The reverse side displays a map of Europe surrounded by stars.
History
The 1 Euro coin was introduced as part of the European Union's transition to the Euro currency, which officially launched on January 1, 1999, for banking purposes and circulated physical cash starting in 2002. Marianne, a recurring figure on French coinage and stamps, represents liberty and reason. Her depiction on this coin signifies France's participation in the unified European monetary system.
Facts
The 1 Euro coin is one of the most common denominations of the Euro. The design of the common side of all Euro coins, including this French issue, was chosen through a public competition. The stars on the coin represent the twelve stars of the European Union, symbolizing unity and harmony. The metallic composition of the 1 Euro coin is a ring of cupronickel and a core of nickel-brass.
Value Fact
As a common circulating coin, the 1 Euro coin from 1999 generally holds little numismatic value beyond its face value, unless it is in exceptionally pristine condition or features a rare mint error. Demand is primarily driven by collectors seeking to complete sets of Euro coins or by those interested in the historical transition to the Euro currency. Prices for typical examples range from under 1 Euro to a few Euros.
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