Obverse © Cooltools
Obverse © Cooltools
100 Francs Fraternity
1988 year| Gold (.920) | 17 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1988 |
| Value | 100 Francs (100 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#139868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
A tree topped by a Phrygian cap bears the motto "LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ". This adaptation of a drawing by Michel Durand-Megret is crossed by a band bearing the face value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTÉ
ÉGALITÉ
FRATERNITÉ
100 F
1988 DURAND-MEGRET
Engraver: Michel Durand-Mégret
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique design that showcases the theme of "Fraternity" (French: "Fraternité"), which is one of the three core values of the French Republic, along with Liberty and Equality. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of two people shaking hands, symbolizing the unity and solidarity of the French people. The reverse side features the motto "Fraternité" in bold letters, surrounded by a wreath of olive branches, which represents peace and harmony. The coin's design was created by the French sculptor and engraver, Pierre-Gilles Roca, and it is considered a beautiful and meaningful representation of French values and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs (Fraternity) 1988 coin.
