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20 Francs
1952 year| Aluminium bronze | 3.7 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Djibouti › French Somaliland (1896-1967) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1952 |
| Value | 20 Francs |
| Currency | French Somaliland Franc (1949-1967) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#5162 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
2 boats, a dhow, ocean liner, denomination above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COTE FRANÇAISE DES SOMALIS
20
FRANCS
Translation: FRENCH SOMALILAND
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Francs 1952 coin from Djibouti › French Somaliland is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of a Somali man wearing a turban, while the reverse side features a traditional Somali boat, known as a "dhow," sailing across the waters of the Gulf of Aden. This design was created by the French engraver, Albert Decaris, and it is a nod to the country's rich maritime history and its cultural ties to the Arabian Peninsula.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs 1952 coin.
