France 1 euro 1999 - A stylised tree with the motto Liberte Egalite Fraternite

Obverse of France 1 euro 1999 - A stylised tree with the motto Liberte Egalite Fraternite

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Krause - Mishler KM# 1288
Details Depicts a tree, symbolising life, continuity and growth, contained in a hexagon and encircled by the motto of the French Revolution, Liberty, Equality, Fraternity. The slogan outlived the revolution, and later became the rallying cry of activists, who promote democracy or the overthrow of oppressive governments.
Specifications Diameter - 23.25mm Thickness - 2.33mm Weight - 7.5gr
Composition BiAlloy (Nk/Ng), ring Nickel brass (75% copper - 20% zinc - 5% nickel), center Cupronickel (75% copper - 25% nickel clad on nickel core)
Edge Interrupted milled
Comments Designer: Joaquim Jimenez
Mintage 301,050,000 pieces

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