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10 Francs Lion; small type; gold plated pattern
1968 year| Gold plated aluminium | - | - |
| Issuer | Niger |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1968 |
| Value | 10 Francs 10 XOF = USD 0.017 |
| Currency | CFA franc (1958-date) |
| Composition | Gold plated aluminium |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#311994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standing lion (Panthera leo) facing forward.
Script: Latin
Lettering: REPUBLIQUE DU NIGER
Translation: Republic of Niger.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Francs (Lion; small type; gold plated pattern) 1968 from Niger made of Gold plated aluminium is that it was never officially released into circulation. It was only produced as a pattern coin, which means it was created as a prototype or sample coin to test the design and production process, but it was never minted or distributed to the public. This makes it a rare and unique collector's item for numismatists interested in unusual or experimental coins.
