World. Collection de 79 monnaies

Collection of 79 coins, tokens and medals – France and the world – 20th and 21st centuries A varied set of 79 coins, tokens and medals, including ancient and modern French coins, numerous foreign coins as well as several commemorative coins and medals. Part of this collection comes from a family collection built up over travels. The person who kept it used to bring back coins from the different countries visited. The lot thus offers a view of several monetary systems, notably old European currencies that circulated before the introduction of the euro. 1. Foreign and European coins before the euro The lot includes many foreign coins from different eras and face values, notably: Germany: old coins in marks and pfennigs. Spain: old coins in pesetas. Italy: old coins in lire. Other European and international coins visible in the photographs. These coins constitute an important part of the set and attest to the diversity of currencies used before the euro. 2. French silver coins 1 × 10 euros Semeuse 2009, in 900‰ silver. 1 × 5 euros Semeuse 2008, in 500‰ silver. 3. French coins of the 1930s 5 × 5 francs Lavrillier 1933, in nickel. 1 × 5 francs Lavrillier 1935, in nickel. 1 × 5 francs Bazor 1933, in nickel. 4. Historical coins of the French State Several French coins from the 1941–1944 period, notably 1 and 2 francs coins. Some bear the francisque and the motto “Travail, Famille, Patrie,” characteristic of that historical period. 5. Other interesting coins 1 × 100 francs Réunion 1969, in nickel. 1 × 20 francs Pierre de Coubertin 1994, commemorative tri-metallic coin. Various other old and modern French coins. 6. Medals and tokens Commemorative medal of Pope Francis, depicting St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. Medal Mint of Paris – Notre-Dame de la Garde, commemorative 1853–2003. Pif commemorative token. Shell Gemini token, dedicated to the space program. Other items visible in the photographs. Composition and conservation The collection mainly includes coins in nickel and other common metals, as well as two French silver coins. The exact compositions of the medals and some tokens have not been verified. The condition of the pieces varies: marks of circulation, wear, scratches, patina and possible signs of oxidation. No certification or official conservation classification is provided. Total quantity: 79 coins, tokens and medals. See photos for accurate impression. The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow appreciation of the diversity and condition of the items offered.

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