Preliminary identification
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Overview
A 1943 aluminum-bronze 2 Francs coin featuring the profile of Marianne on the obverse and the denomination flanked by oak leaves on the reverse. This specific issue was minted during the German occupation of France under the Vichy government.
Story
Struck in 1943, this coin circulated through the pockets of a divided France. While the obverse still bears the face of Marianne, the symbol of liberty, the nation was under the shadow of the Vichy regime and Nazi occupation.
Maker / Origin
The coin was designed by Pierre-Alexandre Morlon, a renowned French medalist whose 'Morlon Type' became a staple of French currency. His work captured the transition of France through its most turbulent 20th-century chapters.
Condition & Value
The coin shows moderate circulation wear, particularly on the high points of Marianne's face. There appears to be some green oxidation (verdigris) on the obverse, which significantly lowers the numismatic value.
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Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
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