© Maison Palombo
© Maison Palombo
40 Francs Pattern ND
1958 year| Aluminium bronze | 8 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | French Equatorial Africa (Central African States) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1958 |
| Value | 40 Francs (40 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (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#116475 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
9 palm tree branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANQUE D'EMISSION
40 FRANCS
Translation: Issuance bank
Comment
1958 competition.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 40 Francs (Pattern) ND (1958) from French Equatorial Africa (Central African States) made of Aluminium bronze weighing 8 g is that it was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Albert Decaris. Decaris was a prominent artist who designed many coins and stamps for France and its colonies during the 20th century. His design for the Pattern 40 Francs coin features a portrait of a young African woman wearing a traditional headdress, surrounded by the words "République Française" and the denomination "40 Francs." The coin's reverse side depicts a stylized image of a baobab tree, which is a symbol of longevity and vitality in many African cultures. The coin's unique design makes it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of African art.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1958) | 33 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 40 Francs (Pattern) ND (1958) coin.
