France 1974-79 50 Francs Silver Hercules ASW .8682

Buy France 1974-79 50 Francs Silver Hercules ASW .8682

The 50 Francs Silver Hercules Coin was minted from 1974 to 1979 in France. This French 90% silver coin has an actual silver weight of .8682 troy oz of fine silver. Each 50 Franc Hercules silver coin is legal tender in France and has a face value of 50 Francs.

The obverse of the 90% Hercules 50 Franc coin features the denomination in large letters, in the very center of the coin. Surrounding the denomination is a highly detailed wreath. On the bottom rim it has each coin's date of issue struck. Along the sides it reads, "Republique Francaise," which means French Republic.

The reverse reads, "Liberte egalite fraternite," arched along the top of the rim, translated in English it means, "Liberty equality fraternity." The most prominent feature on the back is without a doubt the centered portrait of Hercules surrounded by two women.

France 50 Franc Hercules coins are considered by many to be one of the most atractive European circulation coins. There was a very limited amount of these coins minted in 1980, but they were only available in sets.