FACE

On the face, the ears of wheat are in the center of the room. Earth fruit par excellence, the many ears in the background make references to the symbolism of richness and abundance. Representing the summer and therefore the seeds, the wheat is often taken up in the allegory of the Summer bearing ears or germs of wheat During harvest periods. The upper part is surrounded by the motto of the French Republic : « Freedom, Equality, Fraternity ». A pearl making the outline of the play brings a cachet of elegance to the latter and recalls old graphics of French currencies.

Reverse

THE reverse is common to the series. It presents the three symbols of nature taken up in this collection: oak, bay leaf and wheat. A hexagon is inserted in the decor, representing the France. The laurel branch on the left and the branch of oak on the right adorn this hexagon. We find theear of corn in the center of the reverse. This is crowned by the facial value and surrounded by the mention " French Republic ». The engraving punches are visible on both sides of the branch and oak branches. A pearl making the part of the part brings a cachet ofelegance to the latter and recalls ancient graphics of French coins.