10 Euros Transall

€1.00
IssuerFrance
Year2018
TypeNon-circulating coin
Value10 Euros
CurrencyEuro (2002-date)
CompositionSilver (.900)
Weight22.2 g
Dimensions37 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)Joaquin Jimenez
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#2486
Obverse descriptionThe reverse, common to the series, features two pilot profiles symbolizing different eras and types of use - civil and military. Numerous aircraft are depicted in the sky, also marking different eras and uses, a tribute to the history of the airplane. The face value is inscribed on the bottom left of the reverse, along with the `RF` symbol.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringRF 10 euro L`AVIATION & L`HISTOIRE
Reverse descriptionA Transall flies over the Mont Saint-Michel, dropping a `stick` of parachutists in the bay, symbolizing the use of this aircraft to transport several generations of parachutists.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering1963 premier vol du Transall 2018
EdgePlain
MintMonnaie de Paris, Paris (and
Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date)
Mintage2018  - Proof - 3 000
Catalog ID6292216430
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