Coin 2 Euro France 2013 - 150 years since the birth of Pierre de Coubertin
Coin 2 Euro France 2013 - 150 years since the birth of Pierre de Coubertin

Coin 2 Euro France 2013 - 150 years since the birth of Pierre de Coubertin

Франція/France
2EUR-FR-2013-0009
The 2013 French 2 euro coin commemorates the 150th anniversary of the birth of Baron Pierre de Coubertin, a French educator and public figure, the founder of the modern Olympic Games.
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Description

The 2 euro coin was minted by France in 2013 to commemorate Pierre de Coubertin (1863–1937), the founder of the modern Olympic Games and the International Olympic Committee. 2013 marks the 150th anniversary of his birth.

Obverse

The French obverse features the image of Marianne, the inscription "RF" and the Paris Mint mark. The year of minting is 2013.

Obverse

The reverse features a portrait of Pierre de Coubertin and the Olympic rings. The inscription "PIERRE DE COUBERTIN", "1863–1937" and "2013" with 12 EU stars around the ring complete the design.

Historical context

Pierre de Coubertin was born on 1 January 1863 in Paris. Inspired by ancient Greek traditions and English sporting ideals, he founded the IOC in 1894. The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens in 1896. De Coubertin headed the IOC until 1925 and left an indelible mark on the development of international sport.

Product Details

Original name
France - 150e anniversaire de la naissance de Pierre de Coubertin
Mintage
UNC
Year
2013
Denomination
2 euros
Material
Bimetal (75%Cu/25%Ni + 75%Cu/20%Zn/5%Ni)
Diameter (mm)
25.75
Weight (g)
8.5
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