Artefacts

Obverse

The 1, 2 and 5 centimes depict a theatrical mask, an unidentifiable peg and the Monnaie de Paris hallmark. The 10, 20 and 50 centimes depict Mariane, as well as the abbreviation RF for République Française. The 1 and 2 eurosson depict a tree with multiple branches, the abbreviation RF is also detectable as well as the words ‘liberté’ ‘égalité’, ‘fraternité’.

Reverse

These are the coins we know today. They show the globe for small denominations and Europe for coins ranging from 20 centimes to 2 euros.

Materials

copper-nickel, plastic

Colors

multi coloured, silver, black, copper, gold, white, blue

Dimension

ø 41 mm, ø 18.75 cm, ø 21.25 cm, ø 19.75 cm, ø 22.25 cm, ø 24.25 cm, ø 23.25 cm, ø 25.75 cm, 72 g