1 Franc Pattern; aluminium
1964 year| Aluminium | - | - |
| Issuer | Rwanda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1964 |
| Value | 1 Franc (1 RWF) |
| Currency | Franc (1964-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#320769 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Franc coin from Rwanda was designed by the famous French engraver and sculptor, Auguste C. Pétel. Pétel was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the French franc coin, which was in circulation from 1928 to 1958. The Pattern 1 Franc coin from Rwanda features a portrait of King Kigeri V on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts a traditional Rwandan hut and a coffee tree. The coin was minted in aluminum, which was a relatively new material for coins at the time, and has a distinctive design that sets it apart from other coins in the region.
