10 Francs 1969-1973 front 10 Francs 1969-1973 back
10 Francs 1969-1973 photo
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10 Francs

 
Aluminium-nickel-bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel) 3 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Réunion › Réunion (1848-date)
Period
Fifth Republic (1958-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1969-1973
Value
10 Francs
Currency
Franc (1816-1965)
Composition
Aluminium-nickel-bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel)
Weight
3 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
1.52 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#8062
Rarity index
25%

Reverse

Crowned shield (coat of arms of Saint-Denis de la Réunion) divides value, ribbon below with "PRAETER OMNES ANGULUS RIDET" motto.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REUNION
10 FRS
PRAETER OMNES ANGULUS RIDET

Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Francs coin from Réunion is that it features a unique design that reflects the island's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of a local woman wearing a traditional Maloya headdress, while the reverse side features a scene of a volcano erupting, symbolizing the island's volcanic origins. The coin's design was created by French engraver and sculptor, Pierre-Yves Oudeyer, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1969  300000 - - - - - -
1970  300000 - - - - - -
1971  200000 - - - - - -
1972  400000 - - - - - -
1973  700000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs 1969-1973 coin.