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© Katz Coins Notes & Supplies Corp.
1 Franc Essai
1948 year| Bronze-nickel | 5.5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | New Caledonia (Overseas France) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Overseas Territory (1958-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1948 |
| Value | 1 Franc (1 XPF) |
| Currency | CFP Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Bronze-nickel |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#48653 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Bird with wings open.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOUVELLE CALEDONIE
1
FRANC
1948
Engraver: André Rivaud
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Franc (Essai) 1948 from New Caledonia (Overseas France) made of Bronze-nickel weighing 5.5g is that it features a unique design that was never adopted for circulation. The coin's obverse side depicts the profile of a Kanak woman, a member of the indigenous people of New Caledonia, surrounded by traditional tribal markings. This design was created by the French sculptor and engraver, Auguste C. Péché, and was intended to represent the cultural heritage of New Caledonia. However, the design was ultimately rejected in favor of a more traditional French design, and only a small number of pattern coins were minted. As a result, this coin has become a rare and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
