50 Francs (Piedfort nickel) 1967 front 50 Francs (Piedfort nickel) 1967 back
50 Francs (Piedfort nickel) 1967 photo
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50 Francs Piedfort nickel

1967 year
Nickel - -
Description
Issuer
New Caledonia (Overseas France)
Period
French Overseas Territory (1958-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1967
Value
50 Francs (50&nbspXPF)
Currency
CFP Franc (1945-date)
Composition
Nickel
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
30 November 2022
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#267477
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Tribal hut within pines and palm, value at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NOUVELLE - CALÉDONIE
50
f

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Francs (Piedfort nickel) 1967 from New Caledonia (Overseas France) made of Nickel is that it features a unique design that showcases the island's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of a Kanak woman, a member of the indigenous people of New Caledonia, wearing a traditional headdress and necklace. The reverse side features a stylized image of a hut, representing the traditional Kanak architecture. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted, making it a sought-after piece for numismatists and collectors of unique cultural artifacts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1967  500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Francs (Piedfort nickel) 1967 coin.