© ShantoBarua
© ShantoBarua
5 Francs CFP
| Stainless steel | 4.75 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | French Pacific Territories (Overseas France) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2021-2022 |
| Value | 5 Francs CFP 5 XPF = USD 0.046 |
| Currency | CFP franc (1985-date) |
| Composition | Stainless steel |
| Weight | 4.75 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.95 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#310887 |
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| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
The flora with, in the center, the flowers of tiare and frangipani, and in the external part of the coin, the column pines and the leaves of taro.
Edge
Plain
Comment
In 2014 new banknotes were introduced, next the Institute of Overseas Emission (IEOM) launched new Pacific Franc coins for the three French communities in the Pacific: New Caledonia, French Polynesia and the Wallis and Futuna Islands. The diversity and identity of the three French communities in the Pacific is displayed on the new range of coins, that have been put into circulation gradually from September 1, 2021.On Februari 26th of 2022, the meaning of 'CFP' officially was changed from the 1945 meaning 'Colonies Françaises du Pacifique' (French Colonies of the Pacific) to 'Collectivités Françaises du Pacifique' (French Communities of the Pacific), due to a decrete from September 15th, 2021. Inbetween, unofficially, 'Communauté financière du Pacifique' (Pacific Financial Community) and 'Change Franc Pacifique'(Pacific Franc Exchange) were used as the meaning for CFP.
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique design that showcases the rich cultural heritage of the French Pacific Territories. On one side, the coin depicts the iconic Tiki statue, which is a symbol of the region's ancient culture and history. On the other side, the coin features the effigy of Marianne, the national symbol of France, which represents liberty, equality, and fraternity. This design blends the traditional culture of the French Pacific Territories with the modern values of France, making it a truly distinctive and interesting coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs CFP 2021-2022 coin.