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5 Francs with IEOM; Gold Piedfort
1979 year| Gold (.920) | 49 g | 32.5 mm |
| Issuer | French Polynesia › French Polynesia (1957-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Overseas Territory (1957-2003) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 XPF) |
| Currency | CFP Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.920) |
| Weight | 49 g |
| Diameter | 32.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 30 November 2022 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#370602 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Palm trees on left, sea with sailboat in middle, mountains in distance. Boat with outrigger in foreground, plus assorted fruit in container
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POLYNESIE
5 F.
FRANÇAISE
Translation: French Polynesia
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Francs (with IEOM; Gold Piedfort) 1979 from French Polynesia is that it has a unique design, featuring the profile of a Polynesian woman on the obverse, and a stylized representation of a Polynesian canoe on the reverse. This design was created by the French engraver, Pierre Rodier, and it is said to be one of the most beautiful coin designs in the world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 93 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs (with IEOM; Gold Piedfort) 1979 coin.
