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50 Francs Piedfort Essai
1949 year| Copper-nickel | - | - |
| Issuer | Algeria |
|---|---|
| Period | French Colony (1830-1962) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1949 |
| Value | 50 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1848-1959) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#159121 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
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
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 50 Francs (Piedfort Essai) 1949 from Algeria is a rare and unique coin that was minted as a trial piece for a potential new design for the 50 franc coin. The coin features a distinctive design that is different from the regular 50 franc coins minted in the same year, and it is made of copper-nickel, which is a unique composition for a coin from Algeria. It is believed that only a small number of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | 104 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Francs (Piedfort Essai) 1949 coin.
