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Offered here is a 1 Franc coin from France, dated 1942, issued under the Vichy Government during the German occupation of World War II. A stark representation of a complex historical period, this coin is an essential collectible for those interested in wartime numismatics.
Obverse (Front):
Features the fasces, a symbol adopted by the Vichy regime, with sheaves of wheat on either side.
Inscription: "ETAT FRANÇAIS" (French State)
Reverse (Back):
Large "1 FRANC" denomination at center.
Year of minting: 1942
Surrounded by oak leaves.
Motto at the top: "TRAVAIL FAMILLE PATRIE" (Work, Family, Fatherland)
Specifications:
Country: France (Vichy Regime)
Year: 1942
Denomination: 1 Franc
Material: Aluminum
Diameter: Approx. 23 mm
Weight: Approx. 1.3 grams
Condition: As shown in photos circulated with light wear, good detail for age.
Historical Note:
This coin was minted during the time of Marshal Philippe Pétains rule under Nazi occupation. The design and slogans reflect the Vichy regimes ideology and break from the traditional Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité of the French Republic.
