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10 Francs Essai
1953 year| Aluminium bronze | 3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Madagascar |
|---|---|
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1953 |
| Value | 10 Francs |
| Currency | CFA franc (1945-1963) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#35643 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Value within horns of a Zebu bull flanked by cluster of sprigs with map of country above value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10
FRANCS
MADAGASCAR
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Francs (Essai) 1953 from Madagascar is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was created as a trial coin, and its design features a portrait of King Radama II, who ruled Madagascar from 1861 to 1863. The coin's obverse side also includes the inscription "République Malgache" (Malagasy Republic) and the date "1953," while the reverse side features a stylized image of a zebu cattle, which is a common breed in Madagascar. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in African coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | 1200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (Essai) 1953 coin.
