Coin French Mint LEGACY - The Grand Palais (1/10) - PARIS 2024 - 10 ? Silver BE 2021

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This 50 euro gold coin was issued in 2009 by the Monnaie de Paris, the mint identified by the hallmark A. It belongs to the series dedicated to French rugby clubs and pays tribute to Stade Français Paris, one of the most decorated clubs in the French rugby union championship.

The coin is struck in gold with a fineness of 920?, corresponding to an alloy of 92% pure gold, characteristic of Monnaie de Paris strikes for this type of collection. It represents a quarter ounce of gold, with a weight of 8.45 grams and a diameter of 22 millimetres. The striking quality is Belle Épreuve (BE), a process that gives the coin sharp and refined reliefs, achieved through successive strikes on polished blanks, producing a contrasting effect between mirror surfaces and satin motifs.

The mintage is limited to 500 pieces, making it a particularly exclusive issue. This rarity is characteristic of the Monnaie de Paris Belle Épreuve series dedicated to sports clubs, produced in small quantities to guarantee striking quality and the exclusivity of the collection.

The face value is set at 50 euros, in accordance with the legal provisions governing legal tender currencies in France and the eurozone. As an official coin issued by the French Republic, it holds legal tender status, although its numismatic and metallic value far exceeds its nominal value.

Stade Français Paris, founded in 1883, is one of the founding clubs of French rugby. Its representation on this coin is part of a broader series by the Monnaie de Paris celebrating major rugby clubs during the Six Nations Tournament and European competitions.