Depicts a stylised double-bitted axe called francisque between 2 mirrored grain sprigs. It was an official emblem of Marshal Philippe Pétain and de facto coat of arms of the regime of Vichy France.

The francisca (or francesca) is a throwing axe used as a weapon during the Early Middle Ages by the Franks, among whom it was a characteristic national weapon at the time of the Merovingians from about 500 to 750 and is known to have been used during the reign of Charlemagne (768–814).

Engraver's initials on the top right. Mintmark if any on the top left.

Denomination between mirrored oak branches. Official motto "Work, Family, Fatherland" above, date below.

Mintmark of the Paris Mint (left): Cornucopia
Engraver general's privy mark (right): wing (1931-57, Lucien Georges Bazor)