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5 Francs Guinéens
1959 year| Aluminium bronze | 3.1 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Guinea |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1959 |
| Value | 5 Francs Guinéens |
| Currency | Old franc (1959-1971) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#5600 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Denomination within palms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LE 2 OCTOBRE 1958
5
FRANCS
GUINEENS
TRAVAIL - JUSTICE - SOLIDARITE
Translation:
The 2nd October 1958
5 Guinean Francs
.Work-Justice-Solidarity.
Engraver: Paul Vincze
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Francs Guinéens 1959 coin was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Albert Decaris. Decaris was a prominent artist who designed many coins and stamps for various countries, including France, Belgium, and several African nations. The coin features a portrait of President Ahmed Sékou Touré, who was the first president of Guinea and served from 1958 until his death in 1984. The coin's design also includes several symbols of Guinea's rich cultural heritage, such as a traditional mask and a rice stalk.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs Guinéens 1959 coin.
