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The 50 centime coin, commonly known as the ½ franc Semeuse, minted in 1969, is a French coin. It has a face value of 50 centimes. This coin is made of nickel and weighs 4.5 grams. Its diameter is 19.5 millimeters.
The obverse of the coin features the Semeuse (Sower), an allegorical symbol of the French Republic. The legend "REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" is inscribed in capital letters around the figure. The signature "O. Roty" indicates that the design is the work of Louis-Oscar Roty.
The reverse of the coin displays an olive branch placed under the face value "1/2 FRANC". The national motto "LIBERTE ? EGALITE ? FRATERNITE" is engraved in capital letters, framing the central motif. The engraver of this side of the coin is also Louis-Oscar Roty.
The edge of the coin is reeded. The total mintage for the year 1969 amounts to 47,150,050 copies. The inscription on the coin is in Latin.