2 Francs 1970 front 2 Francs 1970 back
2 Francs 1970 photo
Obverse © CGB

2 Francs

1970 year
Nickel brass (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel) 3 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Vanuatu › New Hebrides (1906-1980)
Period
Anglo-French condominium (1906-1980)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1970
Value
2 Francs
Currency
Franc (1921-1982)
Composition
Nickel brass (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel)
Weight
3 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#329691
Rarity index
30%

Reverse

Frigate bird above value.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NOUVELLES - HÉBRIDES
2
FRANCS

Translation: New Hebrides

Engraver: Raymond Joly

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Francs 1970 coin from Vanuatu › New Hebrides is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Melanesian warrior, while the reverse side features a local fruit, the "Ni-Vanuatu" or "Pandanus" fruit, which is a symbol of prosperity and abundance in Vanuatu's culture. This design was created by the French engraver, Pierre Gandon, and it sets the coin apart from other coins in the series.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1970  264000 - - - - - -

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