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1 Franc Essai
1948 year| Copper-nickel | 5.25 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Saint-Pierre and Miquelon (Overseas France) |
|---|---|
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1948 |
| Value | 1 Franc |
| Currency | Franc (1945-1960) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5.25 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#35545 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Sailing boat, a schooner used for cod fishing. Below, value separated by 2 cod filets.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SAINT PIERRE ET MIQUELON
1 F
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Franc (Essai) 1948 from Saint-Pierre and Miquelon (Overseas France) made of Copper-nickel weighing 5.25g is that it features a unique design that was not ultimately adopted for circulation. The coin's obverse features a portrait of a young woman representing the Republic, while the reverse depicts a stylized image of a sailing ship and a lighthouse, symbolizing the island's maritime history and culture. This design was trial-struck in small numbers and is now highly sought after by collectors, making it a rare and valuable addition to any numismatic collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 1100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc (Essai) 1948 coin.
