Obverse © nordboutik59 – Reverse © Jérémy Pureur
Obverse © nordboutik59 – Reverse © Jérémy Pureur
10 Francs
1958 year| Aluminium bronze | 4 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | French Equatorial Africa (Central African States) |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Central Bank of Equatorial African states and Cameroon |
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1958 |
| Value | 10 Francs (10 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (1945-1960) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#3468 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath of major Cameroonian crops, including cotton, coffee, cocoa and grains.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10
FRANCS
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Francs 1958 coin from French Equatorial Africa (Central African States) is interesting because it features a unique design that reflects the region's cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a local woman wearing a traditional headdress, while the reverse side features a pattern of geometric shapes and symbols that are inspired by traditional African art. This coin is a great example of how currency can serve as a representation of a culture's history and identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | 25000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs 1958 coin.
