1 Franc (Essai) 1964 front 1 Franc (Essai) 1964 back
1 Franc (Essai) 1964 photo
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1 Franc Essai

1964 year
Aluminium 1.3 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Comoro Islands
Period
Autonomous State of France (1961-1975)
Type
Pattern
Year
1964
Value
1 Franc
Currency
CFA franc (1945-1975)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
1.3 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#114270
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

Palmtrees and coconuts surrounding denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ARCHIPEL DES COMORES
1
FRANC

Translation: Comoro Islands

Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor

Edge

Plain

Comment

Essai of KM#4

Interesting fact

The Comoro Islands 1 Franc (Essai) 1964 coin is a rare and unique coin that was minted as a trial or pattern coin, which means it was not intended for circulation and was only produced in small quantities. It is made of aluminum, which is a relatively lightweight metal, and weighs only 1.3 grams. This makes it one of the lightest coins ever produced, and its unique composition and design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1964  1700 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc (Essai) 1964 coin.