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© CGB
1 Franc - Graziani - Zinc
1943 year| Zinc | 4.2 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | French State (1940-1944) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1943 |
| Value | 1 Franc |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 17 February 2005 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
The face value between two horns of plenty.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTE-EGALITE
FRATERNITE
1
FRANC
1943
Engraver: Jean Graziani
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Franc - Graziani - Zinc 1943 coin was minted during World War II, when France was under German occupation. The coin's design, which features a stylized profile of a woman representing Liberté (Liberty), was created by the French sculptor and engraver, Auguste Graziani. Despite the challenges posed by the war, the mintage of this coin continued throughout the occupation, with the zinc version being introduced in 1943 as a substitute for the previously used bronze coinage. This coin is a testament to the resilience and determination of the French people during a difficult period in their history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | 16700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc - Graziani - Zinc 1943 coin.
