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10 Francs Union française Essai
1956 year| Aluminium bronze | 5 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Togo |
|---|---|
| Period | French Mandate (1919-1946) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1956 |
| Value | 10 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1924-1956) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#11254 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Antelope head
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10 Fs
ESSAI
TERRITOIRE DU TOGO
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Francs Union française (Essai) 1956 from Togo made of Aluminium bronze weighing 5g is that it features a unique design that was never officially adopted as a circulating coin. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of a young African woman wearing a traditional headdress, while the reverse side shows a stylized image of a baobab tree, which is a symbol of longevity and vitality in many African cultures. This design was created by the French artist and engraver, Albert Decaris, who was known for his work on various coins and stamps for different countries. Despite being a pattern coin, it is still considered a collectible item among numismatists and enthusiasts of African art.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | 2300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Francs Union française (Essai) 1956 coin.
