France 1994 IOC Olympic Centenary Silver 100F Proof Pair Discus & Javelin
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Last Sold On: | 2/4/2021 |
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France 1994 IOC Olympic Centenary Silver 100F Proof Pair Discus & Javelin
A truly limited edition Olympic commemorative coin set.
As 1996 marked the centennial of the first modern Olympic games held in Athens, a series of five gold and ten silver coins were struck by five countries: Canada, Australia, France. Austria, and Greece.
The concept for the program was first apparently discussed in 1986 and 1987, the Royal Canadian Mint apparently held the view that the Centennial of the modern Olympic Games should be commemorated.
The International Olympic Committee was approached regarding the idea and five mints were invited to participate in the program - this program marked the first time that the International Olympic Committee participated in an international commemorative coin program.
The French Mint in Paris struck three coins as part of the IOC Centennial Program:
Silver One Ounce / 100 Francs Proof - The Discus Thrower.
Silver One Ounce / 100 Francs Proof - The Javelin Thrower.
Gold Half Ounce / 500 Francs Proof - Archer in front of Eiffel Tower.
The set advertised is for the 2 silver coin set, as shown in the image.
The coins, case and in pristine mint condition and are accompanied with a Certificate of Authenticity.
SKU: 19155
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