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1 Franc
1944 year| Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) | 4 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | French West Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | Provisional Government of the French Republic (1944-1946) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1944 |
| Value | 1 Franc |
| Currency | Franc (1895-1944) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#5796 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Value encompassed on either side by Cornucopia (or horn of plenty, overflowing with produce, flowers or nuts).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AFRIQUE OCCIDENTALE
FRANÇAISE
1
FRANC
1944
Translation: French West Africa
Engraver: Pierre-Alexandre Morlon
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Franc 1944 coin from French West Africa is that it was minted during World War II, specifically in 1944, when the French colonies in West Africa were under Vichy French control. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was minted during a time of political turmoil and historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | 15000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc 1944 coin.
