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20 Francs Essai
1967 year| Nickel | 10 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | French Polynesia › French Polynesia (1957-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Overseas Territory (1957-2003) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1967 |
| Value | 20 Francs (20 XPF) |
| Currency | CFP Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#76132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Flowers, vanilla shoots, bread fruit
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POLYNESIE
20 f
GA
FRANÇAISE
Engraver: Aleth Guzman-Nageotte
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Francs (Essai) 1967 from French Polynesia is that it features a unique design that was never adopted as the official currency of French Polynesia. The coin features a stylized image of a Polynesian warrior on the obverse and a traditional Polynesian canoe on the reverse. The design was created by French artist and engraver, Albert Decaris, who was known for his work on various coins and stamps. Despite not being adopted, the Pattern 20 Francs (Essai) 1967 has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its rarity and unique design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | 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) 1967 coin.
