5 Francs United Nations

€1.00
IssuerFrance
Year1995
TypeNon-circulating coin
Value5 Francs (5 FRF)
CurrencyNew franc (1960-2001)
CompositionCopper-nickel
Weight10 g
Dimensions29 mm
Thickness2 mm
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)Atelier de Gravure (A.G.M.M.)
In circulation to17 February 2005
Reference(s) F#345, Gad#776, KM#1118b
Obverse descriptionA dove perched on a globe and holding an olive branch in its beak symbolizes peace in the world. The face value and the year of issue. In the legend: the republican motto `LIBERTÉ-EGALITÉ-FRATERNITÉ` and the mention `RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE`.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringF5 1995 LIBERTÉ-ÉGALITÉ-FRATERNITÉ RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE
Reverse descriptionThe logotype of the UN and the number `50` whose curve of the `5` wraps around the emblem and which together form the official logotype of the fiftieth anniversary of the Organization. The initials `UN` in the background, Circular legend: `UNITED NATIONS ORGANIZATION` and the dates `1945-1995`.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringORGANISATION DES NATIONS UNIES ONU 50 1945-1995
EdgeReeded
MintMonnaie de Paris, Paris (and
Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date)
Mintage1995  - Brilliant Uncirculated - 8 098
Catalog ID8453072880
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