1989-1991 France Proof Gold 500 Francs Winter Olympics
Numismatic
1989-1991 France Proof Gold 500 Francs Winter Olympics
In the years leading up to the XVI Olympic Winter Games, France issued a stunning commemorative series of gold coins. Struck from 1989 to 1991, these proof coins celebrate the spirit of athletic excellence and the global gathering in Albertville, France. Each coin contains 0.5028 troy ounces of actual gold weight, crafted with a purity of 92 percent. The obverse of these coins showcases various Olympic disciplines or key personalities, capturing the motion and dedication of winter sports. On the reverse, the official emblem of the 1992 Albertville Winter Olympic Games is displayed alongside the face value of 500 Francs. Legible inscriptions on these issues include REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE, ALBERTVILLE 92, and JEUX OLYMPIQUES D'HIVER, marking a historic moment in international sports history.
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Specifications
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Grade | Proof |
| Legal-tender face value | 500 Francs |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.5028 troy oz |
| Purity | .920 |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
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