5 Francs (Sower; Gold Piedfort) 1984 front 5 Francs (Sower; Gold Piedfort) 1984 back
5 Francs (Sower; Gold Piedfort) 1984 photo
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5 Francs Sower; Gold Piedfort

1984 year
Gold 20 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
France
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1984
Value
5 Francs (5&nbspFRF)
Currency
New franc (1960-2001)
Composition
Gold
Weight
20 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
17 February 2002
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#370179
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Olive branches, oak branches and wheat ears, underneath the face value, are surrounded with the French motto.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTE•EGALITE•FRATERNITE
5
FRANCS
1984

Translation: LIBERTY • EQUALITY • FRATERNITY

Engraver: Louis-Oscar Roty

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Francs (Sower; Gold Piedfort) 1984 is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Auguste C. Pétel, and features a stunning image of a sower on the obverse side, with a beautifully detailed pattern on the reverse side. The coin's rarity and gold content make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1984  4 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs (Sower; Gold Piedfort) 1984 coin.