Artefacts

Olympic Games Centenary, 100 francs. France. Series 3. Discobolus in front the Defense and portrait of the Marianne.

Obverse

Myron's Discobolus. In the background, the Arche de la Défense, site of the Centennial Olympic Congress. Légende: "1896-1996". Signature: down below: "J. JIMENEZ".

Reverse

Portrait of the Marianne with a lion, symbol of the people's courage and strenght. Caption : "RÉPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE ; 100 FRANCS / 1994".

Materials

silver 925, copper 75

Dimension

ø 39 x 31 mm, 360 °, 33.63 g