© CGB
© CGB
2 Francs - 3è République Semeuse
1898 year| Silver (.835) | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1898 |
| Value | 2 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#185918 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
An olive branch, under the face value, is surrounded by the motto: "LIBERTY - EGALITY - FRATERNITY".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTE·EGALITE·FRATERNITE
2
FRANCS
1898
Engraver: Louis-Oscar Roty
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Semeuse (meaning "sower" in French) design on the coin's obverse was created by French sculptor and engraver, Oscar Roty. Roty's design features a woman sowing seeds, symbolizing the fertility and prosperity of the French Republic. The design was originally intended for use on a 5-franc coin, but it was ultimately used on the 2-franc coin instead. The Semeuse design has become a beloved symbol of French numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors.
