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1 Franc Piefort Essai
1948 year| Aluminium | - | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Madagascar |
|---|---|
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1948 |
| Value | 1 Franc |
| Currency | CFA franc (1945-1963) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#178419 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
3 conjoined zebu heads flanked by sprigs, value within horns.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
FRANC
MADAGASCAR
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Franc (Piefort Essai) 1948 from Madagascar made of Aluminium is a rare and unique coin, with only 100 pieces minted. It was created as a trial strike, and its design features the national emblem of Madagascar, the "Rova," which is a symbol of the island's rich cultural heritage. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of African history.
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.
