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Description
The 5 Francs Semeuse coin, minted in 1983, is a numismatic representation of France. It has a face value of 5 francs and is composed of copper and nickel, giving it a weight of 10 grams and a diameter of 29 millimeters.
The obverse of the coin features the Semeuse, an allegorical symbol of the French Republic. This figure is positioned in front of a rising sun on the horizon. The inscription "REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" is written in capital letters around the central figure. The signature "O. Roty" indicates the artist, Louis-Oscar Roty, who designed this iconic motif.
The reverse of the coin presents a set of plant symbols, including an olive branch, an oak branch, and an ear of wheat, arranged under the face value "5 FRANCS". The national motto "LIBERTE ? EGALITE ? FRATERNITE" encircles this plant arrangement. The minting date, 1983, is also indicated on this face. As with the obverse, the signature "O. Roty" is present, attesting to the artist's contribution to the design of the coin.
The edge of the coin is reeded. The mintage of this coin in 1983 was 100,972 copies.
