1953 France 50 Francs Aluminum-Bronze Coin

1953 France 50 Francs Aluminum-Bronze Coin 1953 France 50 Francs Aluminum-Bronze Coin Guiraud - French Republic Gallic Rooster This 1953 France 50 Francs coin is struck in a durable aluminum-bronze alloy, featuring the distinctive golden-copper hue characteristic of this metal composition. The obverse showcases the profile of Marianne, the national personification of the French Republic, wearing a Phrygian cap adorned with a cockade, designed by G. Guiraud. The reverse prominently features the Gallic Rooster, a national symbol of France, along with the denomination and the French motto Liberte Egalite Fraternite. This specific example is categorized under the KM# 918.1 reference and remains housed in a protective cardboard 2x2 flip for preservation. The coin represents the Fourth Republic era of French coinage and is a classic piece of European numismatic history. 1953 France 50 Francs Aluminum-Bronze Coin Georges Guiraud Condition: This circulated coin shows a darkened, aged patina consistent with its aluminum-bronze composition. The high points of the hair on the obverse portrait of Marianne and the feathers of the Gallic rooster on the reverse show visible wear, though the legends and date remain clear. There are minor surface marks and rim nicks present. This coin was minted at the Paris Mint (Monnaie de Paris) as a business strike for general circulation. It features the "G. GUIRAUD" signature on the obverse. Historically, this denomination was part of the post-WWII Fourth Republic currency series before the revaluation of the Franc in 1960. The metal content is an alloy of copper and aluminum, giving it its characteristic golden-bronze hue. No official grade has been assigned by a third-party service. France, 1953, 50 Francs, Republic Francaise, G. Guiraud, Rooster, Marianne, Numismatics, Coin collecting, French currency, KM# 918.1, Liberte Egalite Fraternite, Aluminum-Bronze, Vintage coin, French Fourth Republic 1953 French coin, 50 Francs France, vintage French currency, Marianne Republic Francaise, French rooster coin, numismatic collectibles, antique world coins, bronze aluminum franc, G. Guiraud coin, rare 1950s coins IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an item constitutes a b