Celebrate a historic symbol of freedom with this 1986 France 100 Francs silver coin, issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Statue of Liberty (1886–1986). This beautifully designed coin honors the enduring friendship between France and the United States, marking the centennial of France’s gift of the Statue of Liberty.
The obverse features a striking portrait of the Statue of Liberty, with birds in flight overhead and the inscription “RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE.” The commemorative dates “1886” and “1986” are included, highlighting the centenary celebration.
The reverse showcases powerful symbols of the French Republic, including the national motto:
“Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité” (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity). Above the motto is the iconic Phrygian cap (liberty cap), a historic emblem of freedom dating back to the French Revolution. The denomination “100F” and the year 1986 appear below, along with the designer’s signature DURAND-MEGRET (Michel Durand-Mégret).
Struck by the Monnaie de Paris, this coin is the standard commemorative issue (not the piedfort version), making it an accessible yet meaningful collectible.
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