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1 Franc
| Copper-nickel | 8 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Martinique (Overseas France) |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1870-1940) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1897-1922 |
| Value | 1 Franc |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.82 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#5608 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 21% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONTRE-VALEUR DÉPOSÉE AU TRÉSOR
BON POUR 1 FRANC
1922
A. BORREL
Translation: Good for 1 Franc
Engraver: Alfred Borrel
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Franc 1897-1922 coin from Martinique is that it features a unique design that reflects the island's history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of a woman wearing a traditional Creole headdress, while the reverse side features a sugar cane plant, which was a major crop and export of Martinique during that time period. This design was created by the French sculptor and engraver, Auguste Blanchet, and it was used on several other coins from the French colonies in the Caribbean.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1897 | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1922 | 350000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc 1897-1922 coin.
