Coin France 2 Francs Morlon - 1958

The 2 Francs Morlon coin, dating from 1958, is a French coin. Its face value is 2 francs. The coin is struck in aluminum, giving it a weight of 2.2 grams. Its diameter is 27 millimeters.

The obverse of the coin features a bust of the Republic to the left, wearing a Phrygian cap. The cap is adorned with a cockade, placed under a composite crown. This crown consists of olive, oak and wheat motifs, symbolizing peace, strength and prosperity. The legend "REPUBLIQVE FRANÇAISE" is inscribed in capital letters around the bust. The name of the engraver, "MORLON", is also present, indicating that the design is the work of Pierre-Alexandre Morlon.

The reverse of the coin features two cornucopias, symbols of fertility and wealth. The face value, "2 FRANCS", is clearly indicated. The republican motto "LIBERTE-EGALITE-FRATERNITE" is inscribed in capital letters, recalling the fundamental values ??of the French Republic. The year of issue, "1958", is also shown on the reverse. As on the obverse, the name of the engraver, "MORLON", is present.

The edge of the coin is smooth, without any inscriptions or particular decorations. The general design of the coin, both on the obverse and reverse, is attributed to Pierre-Alexandre Morlon, whose signature appears on both sides.