1 Franc
1 Franc - Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Saint Pierre and Miquelon (Overseas territory of France) · 1948
A lightweight aluminum coin featuring Marianne on the obverse and a schooner on the reverse.
- Country
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon (Overseas territory of France)
- Year
- 1948
- Denomination
- 1 Franc
- Metal
- Aluminum
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Overview
A lightweight aluminum coin featuring Marianne on the obverse and a schooner on the reverse.
Historical significance
Issued for the French overseas territory of Saint Pierre and Miquelon during the post-WWII reorganization of the French Colonial Empire into the French Union. The schooner design represents the local fishing economy.
Obverse (front)
Profile of Marianne facing left, wearing a winged Phrygian cap. Legend: 'REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE UNION FRANÇAISE'. The date '1948' is at the bottom flanked by the cornucopia and wing mint privy marks.
Reverse (back)
A two-masted fishing schooner sailing left. Legend: 'SAINT PIERRE ET MIQUELON' above with the denomination '1 F.' below.
Estimated value
$1-$5 circulated, $10-$25 in Mint State
What drives this coin's value
Value is primarily driven by eye appeal and the presence of original luster. Significant corrosion or deep scratches greatly reduce value.
Grade assessment
Extremely Fine (XF). It shows sharp details with some minor surface pitting and oxidation typical of aluminum.
Mintage & rarity
1,000,000 (Common for the type)
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Authentic coins should be extremely lightweight (1.3g) and non-magnetic. Counterfeits are rare for this specific denomination due to its low value.
Notable varieties & errors
No major die varieties are widely recognized for this year.
Similar coins
Often confused with the French Union 2 Francs coin of the same design (which is larger) or other French Union colonial issues for different territories like French Equatorial Africa or Madagascar.
Care & preservation
Aluminum is a very soft metal and prone to corrosion. Storing it in a PVC-free flip and avoiding contact with acidic fingers is essential. Never clean the coin as it can easily scratch.
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