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Description
The 50 centime coin, commonly known as the ½ franc Semeuse, is a French coin minted in 1975. It is made of nickel, giving it a silver color.
The obverse of the coin features the Semeuse motif, an allegory of the French Republic. This design, created by Louis-Oscar Roty, depicts a woman sowing seeds, a symbol of fertility and prosperity. The legend "REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" is inscribed in capital letters around the motif. The signature "O. Roty" also appears on this side.
The reverse of the coin displays the face value "1/2 FRANC" in numbers, with an olive branch placed underneath. The republican motto "LIBERTE ? EGALITE ? FRATERNITE" is engraved in capital letters around the face value and the branch.
The edge of the coin is reeded, offering a distinctive texture. The coin weighs 4.5 grams and has a diameter of 19.5 millimeters. The mint is not specified in the data provided.
The mintage of this coin in 1975 amounted to 22,804,000 copies.
