Coin France 5 Francs Seed Sower - 1967 - Silver

The 5 Francs Semeuse coin, struck in silver, is a commemorative coin issued by France in 1967. Its face value is 5 francs.

The obverse of the coin features the Semeuse (Sower), a female allegory designed by Louis-Oscar Roty, which has become an emblematic symbol of the French Republic. The legend "REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" is inscribed in capital letters, framing the figure of the Sower. The signature "O. Roty" also appears on this side.

The reverse of the coin displays an arrangement of plant motifs, including an olive branch, an oak branch, and an ear of wheat. This assortment is placed under the face value "5 FRANCS" and the year of issue, "1967". The national motto "LIBERTE ? EGALITE ? FRATERNITE" surrounds these elements.

The edge of the coin is inscribed in relief with the motto "LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE", in capital letters.

The coin weighs 12 grams and has a diameter of 29 millimeters. The mintage of this coin amounts to 702,305 copies.

Louis-Oscar Roty is the engraver behind the motifs present on the obverse and reverse of this coin.