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1 Franc - Jean
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 4 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Jean (1964-2000) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1965-1984 |
| Value | 1 Franc (1 LUF) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#2749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Face value surrounded by a stylized laurel wreath, surmounted by a royal crown, below the mint year
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 F
1970
Unabridged legend: 1 Franc
Engravers: Julien Lefèvre, Nina Victorine Lefèvre-Kestler
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Struck at the Brussels mint in fluted ferrule, an alloy of 75% copper and 25% nickel with a tolerance of 10 thousandths and 29 thousandths for the weight.The reference L#305-12 corresponds to , polished flan, struck in 1980.
Interesting fact
The 1 Franc coin from Luxembourg, featuring Jean 1965-1984, has an interesting fact: it was designed by the artist, Joseph Kutter, who was a Luxembourgish sculptor and medalist. He was known for his work in creating commemorative coins and medals for Luxembourg and other countries. The coin's design features a portrait of Grand Duchess Charlotte, who reigned from 1919 to 1964, on the obverse, and the coat of arms of Luxembourg on the reverse. This coin was minted from 1965 to 1984 and was a standard circulation coin during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1966 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1968 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1983 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | 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 1965-1984 coin.
