Coin France 5 Francs Woman sowing seed - 1981

The 5 Francs Sower coin, minted in France in 1981, is a coin with a nominal value of 5 francs. It is composed of copper and nickel, giving it a silver color. The coin weighs 10 grams and has a diameter of 29 millimeters.

The obverse of the coin features the Sower, an allegorical figure representing the French Republic. This design is signed O. Roty, in reference to Louis-Oscar Roty, the engraver. The Sower is depicted sowing seeds, with the sun rising on the horizon in the background. The inscription "REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" is also present on this side.

The reverse of the coin features an assortment of plant symbols, including an olive branch, an oak branch, and an ear of wheat. These elements are arranged under the face value of "5 FRANCS" and are surrounded by the national motto: "LIBERTE ? EGALITE ? FRATERNITE". The year of issue, 1981, also appears on this side.

Louis-Oscar Roty is the engraver responsible for the design of the reverse of this coin.

The edge of the coin is reeded. The mintage of this coin is 50,011 copies.