Coin France 1 Euro 2003 ? Proof (BE) ? From Official Set

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Issu de coffret - avec une auréole peu visible sur la photo

The 2003 French 1 euro coin, struck in Proof quality, is a collectible coin distinguished by its superior striking quality. It comes from the official Proof sets of the Monnaie de Paris. This coin is uncirculated and comes directly from the 2003 French Proof sets.

Proof quality is characterized by field surfaces treated to achieve a very bright, mirror-like appearance, creating a striking contrast with the matte reliefs. The strike is made with specially polished dies, which gives the coin a definition and sharpness superior to that of regular circulation coins. This striking quality highlights the details of the motifs and offers a particularly neat aesthetic rendering.

The national face of the coin represents a stylized tree, a symbol of life, growth and stability. This tree is surrounded by the republican motto: LIBERTÉ ? ÉGALITÉ ? FRATERNITÉ. The composition of this face is designed to evoke the fundamental values of the French Republic.

The common face of the coin features a map of Europe, accompanied by the face value "1 EURO". This design is standard for 1 euro coins in circulation in the countries of the euro zone.

This coin is bimetallic. The center is made of cupronickel, while the outer ring is made of nickel-brass. The diameter of the coin is 23.25 millimeters and its weight is 7.50 grams. The edge is finely milled.