Sol

The Sol, struck from silver confiscated during the French Revolution, symbolized the era's radical repurposing of wealth.

This coin, intended for everyday use, featured simple designs like the Phrygian cap or fasces, reflecting revolutionary ideals. Mintage varied by year, but records from 1792 to 1795 are incomplete, likely destroyed in the chaos that followed.

We know it circulated amid inflation and shortages, making it a pragmatic tool for commerce. No one can say for sure how many survive today.

Collectors might note that, like the Revolution itself, these coins often turned up in unexpected places.