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40 Francs Essai ND
1956 year| Aluminium bronze | 8 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Central African States |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Bank of Central African States |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1956 |
| Value | 40 Francs CFA (40 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (French Equatorial Africa, 1945-1960) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#311991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Antelope and tree within shield crossed by spears, with value divided
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANQUE
40 FRS
· D'EMISSION ·
Translation:
Bank
40 Francs
Emission
Engraver: Robert Cochet
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 40 Francs (Essai) ND (1956) from Central African States made of Aluminium bronze weighing 8g is that it was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Albert Decaris. Decaris was a prominent artist who was known for his work on various coins and medals, and his design for this coin features a portrait of a young woman representing the Central African States, surrounded by a pattern of leaves and stars. The coin was minted in 1956 as a pattern coin, which means it was not intended for circulation but rather as a trial or sample coin. It is a rare and unique piece, with only a few examples known to exist, making it a valuable and interesting addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1956) | 33 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 40 Francs (Essai) ND (1956) coin.