Marshall Islands 50 dollars SNCF 232 U1 Trains Railways proof silver coin 1996

This 1996 Marshall Islands 50 Dollars proof silver coin celebrates the SNCF 232 U1, a remarkable French steam locomotive representing the final era of advanced steam railway engineering. The reverse depicts the SNCF 232 U1 in a dynamic three-quarter view, with its streamlined front, circular smokebox door, headlamps, buffers, chimney, long boiler casing, large driving wheels, connecting rods, cylinders, cab and tender carefully rendered. Passenger cars extend behind the locomotive, while a dense plume of smoke rises above the train and railway tracks appear below. The inscriptions FIFTY DOLLARS, SNCF 232.U1 and 1996 complete the design. The 232 U1 was a unique French express locomotive completed for SNCF and is remembered for its sophisticated engineering and distinctive appearance. The obverse displays the Marshall Islands seal with a winged figure, radiant sun, palm tree, plants, traditional symbols, sailing canoe, ocean waves and geometric motifs within a chain border. A fascinating silver proof for collectors of French railways, locomotives and transport history.

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