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10 Francs - Silver Piedfort
| Silver (.925) | 23.2 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1974-1987 |
| Value | 10 Francs (10 FRF) |
| Currency | New franc (1960-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 23.2 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#78447 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
The value with an industrial scene in the background
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10 FRANCS
Engraver: Georges Mathieu
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Francs - Silver Piedfort 1974-1987 from France is that it was minted with a unique silver alloy, known as "silver piedfort," which is composed of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals. This alloy was used to create a coin that was both durable and had a distinctive silver color. The use of this alloy also made the coin more resistant to tarnishing and corrosion, ensuring that it would remain in good condition for a longer period of time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 491 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 | 121 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 146 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 345 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 | 700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 730 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 | 365 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 | 239 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1983 | 454 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | 79 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1985 | 120 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1987 | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs - Silver Piedfort 1974-1987 coin.
