50 Francs (Essai) 1949 front 50 Francs (Essai) 1949 back
50 Francs (Essai) 1949 photo
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50 Francs Essai

1949 year
Copper-nickel 8.15 g 27.09 mm
Description
Issuer
Algeria
Period
French Colony (1830-1962)
Type
Pattern
Year
1949
Value
50 Francs
Currency
Franc (1848-1959)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
8.15 g
Diameter
27.09 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#159120
Rarity index
72%

Reverse

The value above date, flanked by wheat ears, country name below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
50
FRANCS
1949
ALGERIE
ESSAI

Translation:
50
Francs
1949
Algeria

Engraver: Pierre Turin

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 50 Francs (Essai) 1949 from Algeria is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was created as a trial coinage for a new currency that was never officially issued, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1949  1500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Francs (Essai) 1949 coin.