The 2026 France €2 coin “400 Years of the French Navy” is issued in FDC – Fleur de Coin quality and comes from original coin rolls. The issue commemorates four centuries of France’s naval tradition and the importance of the navy in protecting the coast, maritime routes and France’s strategic interests.
FDC represents a higher state of preservation than a standard UNC coin. It is an exceptionally attractive uncirculated piece selected from a roll, generally with a cleaner surface, strong mint lustre and a minimum of contact marks. It is not a separate minting technique as with proof quality, but an above-standard preserved coin from the regular issue.
Country: France • Year: 2026 • Quality: FDC – Fleur de Coin • Theme: 400 years of the French Navy • Origin: from coin rolls • Mintage: 150,000 pieces.
