1 Franc - Jean 1986-1987 front 1 Franc - Jean 1986-1987 back
1 Franc - Jean 1986-1987 photo
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1 Franc - Jean

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 4 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg)
Grand duke
Jean (1964-2000)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1986-1987
Value
1 Franc (1&nbspLUF)
Currency
Franc (1854-2001)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
4 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
1.62 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1 September 1991
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#252
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

Face value in the center, surmounted by a royal crown dating from the figures of the mintage year and surrounded by a stylized laurel wreath. At the bottom of the face value, the initials IML

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1987
1F
IML

Engravers: Julien Lefèvre, Nina Victorine Lefèvre-Kestler

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The weight tolerance is 2.9%.

The acronym I.M.L. below the face value, means "Luxembourg Monetary Institute"
Created in 1983, the IML has, among other things, the task of issuing currencies, managing circulation and monitoring the financial sector. The coins of 1 franc KM#59 and 5 francs KM#60 are thus the first coins issued by the IML.

The reference L#310-2 corresponds to the very rare 1 franc 1986 in polished flan.

Interesting fact

The 1 Franc coin from Luxembourg, featuring Jean, is interesting because it has a unique design that showcases the country's history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Grand Duchess Charlotte, who ruled Luxembourg during World War II, while the reverse side features a stylized image of the Grand Duchy's coat of arms, which includes a lion and a unicorn. This design was chosen to symbolize the country's strength and resilience during a time of war and turmoil. Additionally, the coin's copper-nickel composition gives it a distinctive color and durability that sets it apart from other coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1986  3000000 - - - - - -
1987  3000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc - Jean 1986-1987 coin.