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5 Francs Essai
1948 year| Copper-nickel | 15.2 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Djibouti › French Somaliland (1896-1967) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Union (1946-1958) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1948 |
| Value | 5 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1883-1949) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 15.2 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#42630 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
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 Frs
Translation: FRENCH SOMALILAND
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Francs (Essai) 1948 from Djibouti › French Somaliland (1896-1967) made of Copper-nickel weighing 15.2 g is a rare and unique coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It was minted in 1948 as a trial coin, and it features a distinctive design that sets it apart from other coins of the time. The obverse of the coin features the profile of a Somali man wearing a turban, while the reverse depicts a camel standing on a desert landscape. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of African history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs (Essai) 1948 coin.
