© MONDRIAN
© MONDRIAN
20 Francs Essai
1964 year| Aluminium bronze | 4 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Comoro Islands |
|---|---|
| Period | Autonomous State of France (1961-1975) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1964 |
| Value | 20 Francs |
| Currency | CFA franc (1945-1975) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#114338 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Plants on mantle with shells flanking, denomination at center, coelacanth below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20
FRANCS
ARCHIPEL DES COMORES
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Comment
Essai of KM#8Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Francs (Essai) 1964 from Comoro Islands made of Aluminium bronze weighing 4g is that it features a unique design, showcasing a traditional Comorian boat on the obverse side, while the reverse side bears the coat of arms of the Comoros. This design was created by the French engraver, Albert Decaris, who was known for his work on various coins and stamps. The Pattern 20 Francs (Essai) 1964 is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists, with only a limited number of coins minted.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | 1700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Francs (Essai) 1964 coin.
