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500 Euros The sower and Lady Liberty
| Issuer | Monnaie de Paris |
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| Year | 2024 |
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| Technique | Milled |
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| Obverse description | The allegorical figure of the Sower, a classical emblem of French republican coinage, is depicted striding before the French tricolor flag, her gaze directed toward the monogram 'RF' inscribed to her right. Her traditional seed bag has been stylistically transformed into a domed vessel, while ears of wheat rise prominently beside her in the field, symbolizing the fruition of France's cultural and economic influence. The facial expression conveys serene determination, reflecting a calmer reinterpretation of the traditional Sower motif. The face value and denomination are inscribed on a stepped platform at her feet, in deliberate visual parallel to the base upon which the original Sower of Oscar Roty's design stands, with the date '2024' positioned immediately above. The engraver's initials 'JM' appear in the field alongside the legend 'RF 500 €'. |
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| Obverse lettering | RF 2024 500 € JM (Translation: French Republic) |
| Reverse description | The allegorical figure of Liberty, inspired by the American tradition, is depicted in three-quarter stance facing left, clad in a flowing classical gown with a proud and resolute expression. She holds the American flag aloft with both arms extended, creating a dynamic sense of freedom and openness in the design. The Statue of Liberty's distinctive radiating crown adorns her head, while a bald eagle soars prominently at her side, serving as an emblem of American sovereignty. The background field is densely populated with a multitude of interlocking stars, representing the union of the American states in an intricate, layered composition. The design was engraved by Joaquin Jimenez for the Monnaie de Paris. |
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