France 20 Centimes 1971 Coin

For sale is a French 20 Centimes coin from 1971, a classic piece representing the values of the French Republic. The obverse of the coin features the portrait of Marianne, a symbol of liberty and the Republic, in left-facing profile, wearing a Phrygian cap with her hair flowing, designed by Henri Lagriffoul. It is inscribed "RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" (French Republic) around the figure. The reverse side displays the denomination "20 CENTIMES" and the year of issue "1971", flanked by an olive branch on the right and an oak branch on the left, symbolizing peace and strength respectively. Above the denomination and along the coin's edge is the French national motto: "LIBERTÉ·ÉGALITÉ·FRATERNITÉ" (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity). The coin is made of an aluminium-bronze alloy, giving it a golden hue. This circulated coin is a charming memento from early 1970s France, a fine addition to any European coin collection, or an item representing the historical symbols of France.