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10 Francs Small head
| Copper-nickel | 7 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| Period | Fourth Republic (1946-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1947-1949 |
| Value | 10 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1795-1959) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.74 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 August 1953 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#685 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 3% |
Reverse
Denomination above date, inscription below, grain columns flank.
NOTE: If mintmarked it is below ER of FRATERNITE
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10
FRANCS
1949
LIBERTE
EGALITE
FRATERNITE
Translation: Liberty, Equality, Brotherhood
Engraver: Pierre Turin
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 10 Francs coin from this period features a portrait of General Charles de Gaulle, who led the Free French Forces during World War II and later became the President of France. The coin was minted during a time of great change and reconstruction in France, and de Gaulle's image on the coin symbolized the country's resilience and determination to rebuild and move forward.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1947 B | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1948 | 155945000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1948 B | 40499500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1949 | 111972500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1949 B | 29517500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs (Small head) 1947-1949 coin.
