5 Francs (Essai) 1964 front 5 Francs (Essai) 1964 back
5 Francs (Essai) 1964 photo
© Comptoir des Monnaies

5 Francs Essai

1964 year
Aluminium 3.73 g 31.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Comoro Islands
Period
Autonomous State of France (1961-1975)
Type
Pattern
Year
1964
Value
5 Francs
Currency
CFA franc (1945-1975)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
3.73 g
Diameter
31.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#114336
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Palmtrees and coconuts surrounding denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ARCHIPEL DES COMORES
5
FRANCS

Translation: Comoro Islands

Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor

Edge

Plain

Comment

Essai of KM#6

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Francs (Essai) 1964 from Comoro Islands made of Aluminium weighing 3.73g is that it is a rare and unique coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It was minted in 1964 as a trial or pattern coin, and it features a distinctive design that sets it apart from other coins from the Comoro Islands. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1964  1700 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs (Essai) 1964 coin.