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500 Francs / 75 Euros Rock of Cashel
| Issuer | Monnaie de Paris |
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| Year | 1997 |
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| Engraver(s) | Atelier de gravure de la Monnaie |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features the dual denominations '500' and '75 euro' prominently displayed in large numerals at the centre of the field, with 'FRANCS' inscribed below. A ring of twelve five-pointed stars encircles the central denomination motif, referencing the European Union emblem. The legend 'REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE' is divided across the upper and lower periphery, rendered in raised capital letters following the coin's circumference. |
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| Obverse lettering | RÉPUBLIQUE 500 FRANCS 75 euro FRANÇAISE |
| Reverse description | The reverse depicts a detailed relief view of the Rock of Cashel, the historic medieval ecclesiastical complex in County Tipperary, Ireland, with its characteristic round tower, Romanesque chapel, and Gothic cathedral rendered in fine detail across the field. In the left foreground, a tall intricately carved Celtic high cross stands prominently, its ringed head and knotwork decoration faithfully reproduced. The legend 'ROCK OF CASHEL' arcs along the upper rim, with 'IRLANDE' inscribed centrally below it in bold capital letters. The date '1997' appears in the lower exergue. |
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