Centennial Olympic Coin Program, 1992-1996
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 discussed in 1986 and 1987. The Royal Canadian Mint held the view that the Centennial of the modern Olympic Games should be commemorated. The International Olympic Committee was approached on the idea and five Mints were invited to participate in the program. This marked the first time that the International Olympic Committee participated in an international commemorative coin program.
| Year of Issue | Mint | Theme |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Royal Canadian Mint, Canada | Citius, altius, fortius |
| 1993 | Royal Australian Mint, Australia | Participation, Friendship, Fair Play |
| 1994 | Monnaie de Paris, France | The First Congress |
| 1995 | Münze Österreich, Austria | Art, Music, Sport |
| 1996 | Banknote Printing Works, The Bank of Greece | The I Olympic Games |
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