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10 Francs Piedfort
1979 year| Nickel | - | - |
| Issuer | French Polynesia › French Polynesia (1957-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Overseas Territory (1957-2003) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 10 Francs (10 XPF) |
| Currency | CFP Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 30 November 2022 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#128910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Tribal mask above value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POLYNESIE FRANÇAISE
10 f
GA
Engraver: Aleth Guzman-Nageotte
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Francs (Piedfort) 1979 from French Polynesia is interesting because it features a unique design that showcases the island's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of a Polynesian woman wearing a traditional headdress, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a hibiscus flower, which is a symbol of the island's natural beauty. The coin's design was created by the French engraver, Pierre Rodier, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 150 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (Piedfort) 1979 coin.
