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2 Francs
| Aluminium | 2.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Djibouti › French Somaliland (1896-1967) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1948-1949 |
| Value | 2 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1883-1949) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#11679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 32% |
Reverse
Head of a waterbuck (large antelope).
Palm spread at top between long horns.
Either side of head a shell with fish underneath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COTE FRANÇAISE DES SOMALIS
2 FR.S
Translation: FRENCH SOMALILAND
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a camel on the obverse side, which represents the country's rich history of camel breeding and trading.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1949 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Francs 1948-1949 coin.
