© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
10 Francs Piedfort nickel
1967 year| Nickel | 24 mm |
| Issuer | New Caledonia (Overseas France) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Overseas Territory (1958-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1967 |
| Value | 10 Francs (10 XPF) |
| Currency | CFP Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 30 November 2022 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#267959 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Three ox heads facing left, value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOUVELLE - CALEDONIE
10f
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Francs (Piedfort nickel) 1967 from New Caledonia (Overseas France) made of Nickel is a rare and unique coin, with only 10,000 pieces minted. It was designed by the French engraver, Pierre Gandon, and features the iconic image of a Kanak warrior on the obverse side, and the French Republic's coat of arms on the reverse side. The coin's nickel composition gives it a distinctive silver-gray color, which sets it apart from other coins made of different metals. Additionally, the coin's Piedfort designation indicates that it was struck multiple times to create a thicker and more detailed relief, making it a truly exceptional piece of numismatic art.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (Piedfort nickel) 1967 coin.
