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100 Francs Essai
1976 year| Nickel brass | 9.92 g | 30.00 mm |
| Issuer | French Polynesia › French Polynesia (1957-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Overseas Territory (1957-2003) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1976 |
| Value | 100 Francs (100 XPF) |
| Currency | CFP Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 9.92 g |
| Diameter | 30.00 mm |
| Thickness | 1.94 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 30 November 2022 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#126122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 62% |
Reverse
Palm trees and native boats, mountain in background.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POLYNESIE FRANÇAISE
ESSAI
100 f
A GUZMAN
Engraver: Aleth Guzman-Nageotte
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 100 Francs (Essai) 1976 from French Polynesia is that it features a unique design that showcases the island's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Polynesian canoe, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a coconut tree, which is a symbol of prosperity and vitality in Polynesian culture. The coin's design was created by the French engraver, Pierre Grivolas, who was inspired by the natural beauty and rich history of French Polynesia.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 1900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs (Essai) 1976 coin.
