100 Francs (Piedfort silver) 1979 front 100 Francs (Piedfort silver) 1979 back
100 Francs (Piedfort silver) 1979 photo
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100 Francs Piedfort silver

1979 year
Silver (.925) 23.9 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
New Caledonia (Overseas France)
Period
French Overseas Territory (1958-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1979
Value
100 Francs (100&nbspXPF)
Currency
CFP Franc (1945-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
23.9 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
30 November 2022
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#175383
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Tribal hut within pines and palm, value at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NOUVELLE - CALEDONIE
100
f

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 100 Francs (Piedfort silver) 1979 from New Caledonia (Overseas France) is that it features a unique design that showcases the island's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of a Kanak woman, a member of the indigenous people of New Caledonia, wearing a traditional headdress and necklace. The reverse side features a stylized image of a hut, representing the traditional Kanak architecture. This design was created by the French engraver, Pierre Rodier, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1979  350 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs (Piedfort silver) 1979 coin.