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1 Franco

1891 year
Silver (.835) 5 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Dominican Republic › Dominican Republic (1844-date)
Period
Second Republic (1863-1916)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1891
Value
1 Franco
Currency
Franco (1891)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
5 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#30749
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

Head left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
UNO FRANCO
· 1891 ·
LIBERTAD
TASSET

Engraver: Ernest Paulin Tasset

Interesting fact

The 1 Franco coin from the Dominican Republic in 1891 is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system aimed at modernizing the country's economy and reducing its dependence on foreign currencies. The coin's design features the national emblem of the Dominican Republic, which includes a shield with the flag's colors and a crown, symbolizing the country's independence and sovereignty. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight of 5 grams made it a valuable and reliable form of currency for everyday transactions.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1891 A 125000 - - - - - -

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