A historic silver coin from the Third French Republic (1870-1940), minted in 1934 as part of the "Francs Turin" series. Designed by Pierre Turin, this coin is celebrated for its elegant depiction of Marianne, symbolizing the French Republic’s ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity.
The obverse features a right-facing profile of Marianne, wearing a Phrygian cap adorned with a laurel wreath, representing freedom and victory. The reverse displays the denomination 20 Francs, the year 1934, and the French national motto: LIBERTÉ – ÉGALITÉ – FRATERNITÉ, flanked by two wheat stalks.
Specifications:
🔹 Country: France
🔹 Ruling Authority: Third Republic (1870-1940)
🔹 Year of Issue: 1934
🔹 Denomination: 20 Francs
🔹 Composition: Silver (.680)
🔹 Weight: 20 g
🔹 Diameter: 35 mm
🔹 Thickness: 2.44 mm
🔹 Shape: Round
🔹 Edge: Reeded
🔹 Technique: Milled
🔹 Orientation: Coin alignment
🔹 Engraver: Pierre Turin
🔹 Mint: Monnaie de Paris
This 1934-dated 20 Francs coin was demonetized on March 31, 1945, but remains a highly collectible piece, sought after for its historical significance and elegant design.
