2 Francs
2 Francs Semeuse (Sower)
France · 1982
The reverse features the denomination '2 FRANCS' and the year '1982' surrounded by an olive branch and the French motto 'LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE'. The obverse (not shown) typically depicts 'The Sower' (La Semeuse), a national symbol of France.
- Country
- France
- Year
- 1982
- Denomination
- 2 Francs
- Metal
- Nickel
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Overview
The reverse features the denomination '2 FRANCS' and the year '1982' surrounded by an olive branch and the French motto 'LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE'. The obverse (not shown) typically depicts 'The Sower' (La Semeuse), a national symbol of France.
Historical significance
Designed originally by Oscar Roty in 1897, the Sower motif is one of the most iconic symbols of the French Republic, representing a fertile France through the figure of a woman sowing seeds at sunrise. It was used on various denominations until the adoption of the Euro in 2002.
Estimated value
$0.50 - $2.00 USD
Care & preservation
Store in a cool, dry place within a PVC-free coin holder or capsule. Avoid cleaning the coin with chemicals or abrasives, as this can damage the surface and reduce its collector value.
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