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50 Francs without IEOM
1967 year| Nickel | 15 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | New Caledonia (Overseas France) |
|---|---|
| Period | French Overseas Territory (1958-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1967 |
| Value | 50 Francs (50 XPF) |
| Currency | CFP Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Thickness | 2.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 30 November 2022 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#4309 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Tribal hut within pines and palm, value at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOUVELLE-CALEDONIE
50
f
Engraver: Raymond Joly
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Francs coin from New Caledonia features a unique design that reflects the island's rich cultural heritage. On one side, the coin depicts the profile of a Kanak woman, a member of the indigenous people of New Caledonia, wearing a traditional headdress. On the other side, the coin features a image of a local bird, the "notou," which is a species of parrot found only in New Caledonia. This design was created by the French artist, Pierre Gandon, and it was specifically chosen to highlight the island's cultural and natural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | 700000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Francs (without IEOM) 1967 coin.
