Monnaie de Paris 100 Euro Gold Coin - Semeuse (The Sower) Series
Coin (Numismatic/Commemorative Gold) · Yellow Gold (Classic Pure Gold)
Purity: 24K / 999.9 Fine Gold (99.99% pure gold content)
Type
Coin (Numismatic/Commemorative Gold)
Purity
24K / 999.9 Fine Gold (99.99% pure gold content)
Gold Type
Yellow Gold (Classic Pure Gold)
Weight
3.11 grams per coin (approximately 1/10 troy ounce)
Description
These exquisite 100 Euro gold coins feature 'The Sower' (La Semeuse), a national symbol of France originally designed by Oscar Roty. This modern reinterpretation shows the figure in a contemporary, stylized sunburst motif. Struck in ultra-pure 999.9 fine gold, these pieces represent the pinnacle of French minting, blending face-value security with bullion investment and numismatic beauty.
Key Features
High face value relative to size, 999.9 purity, and the iconic Semeuse design originally found on Franc coinage
Color & Finish
Brilliant Uncirculated / Proof-like deep yellow gold with high luster surfaces
Hallmarks & Stamps
Cornucopia Mint Mark (Monnaie de Paris) and various engraver marks typically present on the coin surface
Dimensions Estimate
15 mm Diameter per coin
Gemstones & Inlays
None; solid gold struck commemorative design
Clasp & Closure
Reeded edge finishing within original Monnaie de Paris protective card packaging
Chain & Links
Standard reeded edge (vertical ridges) for security and aesthetic appeal
Craftsmanship Details
High-pressure die strike with exceptional detail in the sunburst rays and microscopic lettering
Authentication Indicators
Official Monnaie de Paris typography, precise 15mm/3.1g specifications, and high-quality strike crispness
Origin & Maker
France; Monnaie de Paris (The Paris Mint)
Era & Period
Contemporary (2000s-present); specifically part of the 'Sower' Euro series
Age Estimate
Issued between 2008 and 2010 based on the 100 Euro 3.1g specification
Cultural Significance
Represents the agricultural heritage of France and its identity within the European Union monetary system
Condition Notes
Mint condition (MS-69/70 equivalent) as they remain sealed in original mint-issued card packaging
Value Estimate
Primarily driven by gold spot price plus a numismatic premium; roughly 250-350 USD per coin depending on market
Care & Maintenance
Keep inside original protective cards; avoid handling with bare hands to prevent oil transfer and toning
Similar Items
1/10 oz American Gold Eagle, 1/10 oz South African Krugerrand, or other Euro-denominated gold commemoratives
Interesting Facts
The Sower has appeared on French currency since 1897 and was chosen to facilitate the transition from the Franc to the Euro