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1 Piastre Indochinese Federation
| Copper-nickel | 18 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | French Indochina |
|---|---|
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1946-1947 |
| Value | 1 Piastre (1 ICFP) |
| Currency | Piastre (1880-1952) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 18 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#4509 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Grain sprigs below denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FÉDÉRATION INDOCHINOISE
1
PIASTRE
Translation: Indochinese Federation
Engraver: Pierre Turin
Edge
Security edge or reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Piastre coin from the Indochinese Federation, minted between 1946 and 1947, features a unique blend of French and Indochinese design elements. The obverse side bears the profile of a young woman wearing a traditional Vietnamese hat, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a rice stalk, symbolizing the agricultural richness of the region. This coin is a rare and interesting example of the cultural fusion that occurred during the colonial period in Indochina.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | 2520000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1947 | 54480000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Piastre (Indochinese Federation) 1946-1947 coin.
