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10 Francs Piedfort gold
1979 year| Gold (.920) | 25.30 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | New Caledonia (Overseas France) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Overseas Territory (1958-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 10 Francs (10 XPF) |
| Currency | CFP Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 25.30 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 30 November 2022 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#268083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sailing boat, outrigger canoe typical of the Iles des Pins south of New Caledonia.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOUVELLE - CALEDONIE
10f
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Francs (Piedfort gold) 1979 from New Caledonia (Overseas France) is that it has a unique design, featuring a stylized image of a traditional Kanak warrior on the obverse, and the French Republic's coat of arms on the reverse. This design was created by the French engraver, Pierre Rodier, and it is said that only 150 of these coins were minted, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (Piedfort gold) 1979 coin.
