5 Francs Sower, Gold Piedfort

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IssuerFrance
Year1984
TypeCoin pattern
Value5 Francs (5 FRF)
CurrencyNew franc (1960-2001)
CompositionGold
Weight20 g
Dimensions29 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)Louis-Oscar Roty
In circulation to17 February 2002
Reference(s) KM#P913, GEM#154.P3
Obverse descriptionThe Sower, designed by Oscar Roty in 1900, a national emblem of the French Republic.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringREPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE O. Roty
(Translation: French Republic.)
Reverse descriptionOlive branches, oak branches and wheat ears, underneath the face value, are surrounded with the French motto.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringLIBERTE•EGALITE•FRATERNITE 5 FRANCS 1984
(Translation: LIBERTY • EQUALITY • FRATERNITY)
EdgeReeded
MintMonnaie de Paris, Paris (and
Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date)
Mintage1984  - Proof - 4
Catalog ID7056334340
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