Coin France 1 Franc Sower BU - 1997

The 1 Franc Sower coin, struck in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) quality in 1997, is a French coin. It has a face value of 1 franc and is made of nickel. The coin weighs 6 grams and has a diameter of 24 millimeters.

The obverse of the coin features the sower motif, an allegorical figure emblematic of the French Republic. This representation is signed O. Roty, in reference to Louis-Oscar Roty, the engraver who created this design. The legend "REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" is inscribed in capital letters, framing the figure of the sower.

The reverse of the coin features an olive branch positioned below the face value "1 FRANC". The republican motto "LIBERTE, EGALITE, FRATERNITE" is inscribed in capital letters, arranged to encircle the central motif. The name of the engraver, Louis-Oscar Roty, is also present on this side.

The edge of the coin is reeded, offering a distinctive texture to the touch. This feature is common on coins and serves both aesthetic and practical purposes, contributing to the tactile recognition of the coin.