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1 Franc Piefort Essai
1948 year| Aluminium | 23 mm |
| Issuer | French West Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1948 |
| Value | 1 Franc (1 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (1944-1958) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#178090 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Leptoceros gazelle head facing divides denomination, various crops.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 F.
AFRIQUE OCCIDENTALE FRANÇAISE
Translation: French West Africa
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Franc (Piefort Essai) 1948 from French West Africa made of Aluminium is a rare and unique coin, with only 100,000 pieces minted. It was created as a trial coinage for the French West African colonies, and it features a distinctive aluminum composition that sets it apart from other coins of its time. Its rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 104 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc (Piefort Essai) 1948 coin.
