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2 Francs Essai
1948 year| Copper-nickel | 10.3 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | French West Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1948 |
| Value | 2 Francs (2 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (1944-1958) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 10.3 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#42632 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Leptoceros gazelle head facing divides denomination, various crops.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 F.
AFRIQUE OCCIDENTALE FRANÇAISE
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
This coin was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Auguste C. L. Patey, who was known for his work on various French coins and medals during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of a young woman representing the French West African colony, while the reverse depicts a stylized image of a palm tree, which was a symbol of prosperity and good luck in many African cultures. The coin's design was meant to reflect the rich cultural heritage of French West Africa and to promote the region's economic development.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Francs (Essai) 1948 coin.
