Coin France 5 Francs Sower - 1981

The 5 Francs Semeuse coin, dated 1983, is a French coin. It was minted in cupronickel, an alloy of copper and nickel. It weighs 10 grams and its diameter is 29 millimeters. The coin comes from a Fleur de Coin (FDC) set, indicating an optimal state of preservation, preserving the luster and details of the original strike.

The obverse of the coin features the allegorical figure of the Semeuse (Sower), a symbol of the French Republic. This representation, created by the engraver Louis-Oscar Roty, shows a woman sowing seeds, with the rising sun on the horizon in the background. The legend "REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" is inscribed in an arc above the Semeuse, and the signature "O. Roty" appears below the figure.

The reverse of the coin features a plant motif composed of an olive branch, an oak branch, and an ear of wheat. These elements symbolize peace, strength, and prosperity respectively. The face value, "5 FRANCS", is placed in the center of the motif. The national motto "LIBERTE ? EGALITE ? FRATERNITE" is inscribed in an arc around the central motif. The engraver of this side of the coin is also Louis-Oscar Roty.

The edge of the coin is reeded, with regular vertical grooves all around its circumference. This technical feature is common on coins and can serve to deter counterfeiting as well as facilitate identification of the coin by touch.