© Katz Coins Notes & Supplies Corp.
© Katz Coins Notes & Supplies Corp.
2 Francs Essai, raised design
1948 year| Bronze-nickel | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | French Polynesia › French Settlements of Oceania (1903-1957) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Overseas Territory (1946-1957) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1948 |
| Value | 2 Francs (2 XPF) |
| Currency | CFP Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Bronze-nickel |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#178955 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Dhow divides denomination and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ETABLISSEMENTS FRANÇAIS DE L'OCEANIE
2
FRANCS
1948
Translation: French overseas establishments
Engraver: André Rivaud
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 2 Francs (Essai, raised design) 1948 from French Polynesia › French Settlements of Oceania (1903-1957) made of Bronze-nickel weighing 10 g is that it features a unique raised design on the reverse side, which showcases a stylized image of a Polynesian warrior. This design was created by the French artist and engraver, Albert Decaris, who was known for his work on various coins and stamps for France and its colonies. The raised design gives the coin a distinctive texture and aesthetic that sets it apart from other coins of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 1100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Francs (Essai, raised design) 1948 coin.
