© PCGS
© PCGS
2 Francs
1948 year| Aluminium | 2.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | French Equatorial Africa (Central African States) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1948 |
| Value | 2 Francs (2 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (1945-1960) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.95 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10786 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Leptoceros gazelle head and various crops,
divides denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AFRIQUE EQUATORIALE FRANÇAISE
2 F
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2 Francs 1948 coin from French Equatorial Africa was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Albert Decaris. Decaris was a prominent artist who also designed coins for other countries, including France, Belgium, and Luxembourg. His design for the 2 Francs 1948 coin features a portrait of a young African woman wearing a traditional headdress, surrounded by the words "République Française" (French Republic) and the date "1948." The coin's reverse side features a stylized image of a baobab tree, which is a symbol of longevity and vitality in African culture. The coin's unique design makes it a popular collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of African art.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 5040000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Francs 1948 coin.
