5 Francs Semeuse | Silver

The 5 Francs Semeuse silver coin was engraved by Oscar Roty and struck from 1959 to 1969. It is 835 thousandths fine, weighs 12 grams and measures 29 mm across.

The obverse shows the Sower, the figure of a woman sowing against the light, with the legend « république française ». This design, created by Oscar Roty, still appears today on the French euro coins.

The reverse carries the value « 5 francs » with an olive branch and the motto « liberté, égalité, fraternité », together with the year.

Please note: if you would like this coin in a particular version (year, effigy, detail and so on), please contact us before ordering so that we can tell you whether we hold it in stock. The price may then be revised according to the coin’s rarity and condition. The photograph is not contractual.

You can also browse our other silver coins and bars in the shop.