Obverse © CGB – Reverse © nalaberong
Obverse © CGB – Reverse © nalaberong
50 Francs Essai
1962 year| Nickel | 6.2 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Réunion › Réunion (1848-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Fifth Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1962 |
| Value | 50 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1816-1965) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 6.2 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#128631 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned shield (coat of arms of Saint-Denis de la Réunion) divides value, ribbon below with "PRAETER OMNES ANGULUS RIDET" motto.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
R E U N I O N
50 FRS
PRAETER OMNES ANGULUS RIDET
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Francs (Essai) 1962 from Réunion is that it features a unique design that was never adopted for circulation. The coin's obverse features a portrait of a local woman, while the reverse depicts a sugar cane plant, which was a major crop in Réunion at the time. The coin's design was created by French artist and engraver, Albert Decaris, who was known for his work on various French coins and stamps. Despite being a pattern coin, it is still considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | 1200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Francs (Essai) 1962 coin.
