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2 Francs Piedfort silver
1979 year| Silver (.925) | 17.3 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | New Caledonia (Overseas France) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Overseas Territory (1958-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 2 Francs (2 XPF) |
| Currency | CFP Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 17.3 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 30 November 2022 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#175377 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Kagu bird within sprigs below value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
FRANCS
NOUVELLE CALEDONIE
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1979 New Caledonia Pattern 2 Francs Piedfort silver coin is that it features a unique design that was not used on any other coin. The coin's reverse side depicts a traditional Kanak warrior, while the obverse side features the standard French Republic imagery. This coin was minted in 1979 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a trial or sample coin. As a result, only a limited number of these coins were produced, making them highly sought after by collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Francs (Piedfort silver) 1979 coin.
