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5 Francs
1948 year| Aluminium | 3.8 g | 31.1 mm |
| Issuer | Djibouti › French Somaliland (1896-1967) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1948 |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1883-1949) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 31.1 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#5164 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Head of a waterbuck (large antelope).
Palm spread at top between long horns.
Either side of head a shell with fish underneath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COTE FRANÇAISE DES SOMALIS
5 FR·S
Translation: FRENCH SOMALILAND
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Francs 1948 coin from Djibouti › French Somaliland (1896-1967) made of Aluminium weighing 3.8 g is interesting because it was issued during a time of great change in the region. In 1948, Djibouti was still a French colony, but it was in the process of transitioning to independence. This coin was minted during that transition period, making it a unique piece of history. Additionally, the fact that it's made of aluminum and weighs only 3.8 grams makes it stand out from other coins of the time, which were often made of more traditional metals like copper or silver.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs 1948 coin.
