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2003

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General

2003
01.01.2003
KM# 1284
100 977 000
120 000
40 000

Coin type

3,92 g
21,25 mm
1,67 mm

Description

Obverse
these depict a young, feminine Marianne with determined features that embody the desire for a sound and lasting Europe. The design was the work of Fabienne Courtiade, an engraver from the Paris Mint.
Reverse
show Europe in relation to Africa and Asia on a globe.
Edge
Smooth
Description
Over 1,200 designs were considered for the national side of the French coins. A panel chaired by the Minister for Economic Affairs and Finance chose three designs, each for certain specific denominations. The panel consisted of experts in numismatics, artists, a former Member of the European Commission (Christine Scrivener), Members of Parliament, the French Mint Director Emmanuel Constans, the General Engraver Pierre Rodier and the actress Irène Jacob, along with members of professional bodies.