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1 Franc Ziguinchor
1921 year| Brass | 4.75 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | City of Ziguinchor (Senegal notgeld) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1921 |
| Value | 1 Franc |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1945) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 4.75 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#17135 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Facial value in a grenetis surrounded by the legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE
1FR
J. BORY
✿ ZIGUINCHOR ✿
Unabridged legend: 1 franc
Edge
Plain
Comment
Available in medal-stamped (Lec# 15) and coin-stamped (Lec# 15a) versions.
Interesting fact
The Token 1 Franc (Ziguinchor) 1921 was used as a form of currency in the city of Ziguinchor, Senegal during the early 20th century. It was made of brass and weighed 4.75 grams, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists today.