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5 Francs Essai
1956 year| Aluminium bronze | 3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | French West Africa |
|---|---|
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1956 |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (1944-1958) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#178413 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
Reverse
Leptoceros gazelle head facing, divides denomination, various crops.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ESSAI
5 F.
AFRIQUE OCCIDENTALE FRANÇAISE
Translation:
Trial
French West Africa
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Francs (Essai) 1956 from French West Africa made of Aluminium bronze weighing 3g 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 African woman on the obverse side, surrounded by traditional African motifs. The reverse side of the coin features a stylized image of a baobab tree, which is a symbol of longevity and vitality in many African cultures. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | 2300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs (Essai) 1956 coin.
