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100 Francs Piedfort silver
1974 year| Silver (.925) | 50.97 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Vanuatu › New Hebrides (1906-1980) |
|---|---|
| Period | Anglo-French condominium (1906-1980) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1974 |
| Value | 100 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1921-1982) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 50.97 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#270642 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bisj pole or Totem pole (a ritual artifact with animals or human faces carved on a single piece of wood).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOUVELLES HÉBRIDES
100f
Translation: New Hebrides
Interesting fact
The Pattern 100 Francs (Piedfort silver) 1974 from Vanuatu › New Hebrides (1906-1980) has a unique feature - it has a mirror-like finish, which is not commonly seen in coins. This is due to the fact that it was minted using a special process called "piedfort," which involves striking the coin multiple times to create a highly detailed and polished finish. This process gives the coin a distinctive look that sets it apart from other coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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) 1974 coin.
