1 franc République Epreuve

€1.00
IssuerFrance
Year1992
TypeCoin pattern
Value1 Franc
CurrencyNew franc (1960-2001)
CompositionLead
Weight102 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
Orientation
Engraver(s)Obverse: Augustin Dupré
Reverse: Pierre-Joseph Tiolier
In circulation to
Reference(s) GEM#107.1, 107.2#
Obverse descriptionIn the circular legend `REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE` / In the center, the draped bust of Liberty on the left, wearing a Phrygian cap / Below the bust, the signature `Dupré`. The revolutionary Marianne was created by Augustin Dupré in 1795, inspired by Minerva, goddess of intelligence and wisdom, wearing a Phrygian cap as a symbol of freedom.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringREPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE Dupré
Reverse descriptionThe face value, in a crown formed by two laurel branches, is surrounded by the inscription `LIBERTE - EGALITE - FRATERNITE`.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringLIBERTE * EGALITE * FRATERNITE 1 FRANC 1992
Edge
MintMonnaie de Paris, Paris (and
Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date)
Mintage1992  - - 1
1992  - - 1
Catalog ID1758161350
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