10 Francs
10 Francs
France · 1945 - 1949
The reverse features the denomination '10 Francs' flanked by two stalks of wheat, with the French motto 'LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE' along the bottom edge. The obverse typically features a head of Marianne wearing a Phrygian cap.
- Country
- France
- Year
- 1945 - 1949
- Denomination
- 10 Francs
- Metal
- Copper-nickel
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Overview
The reverse features the denomination '10 Francs' flanked by two stalks of wheat, with the French motto 'LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE' along the bottom edge. The obverse typically features a head of Marianne wearing a Phrygian cap.
Historical significance
Minted by the Provisional Government of the French Republic and the early Fourth Republic following the liberation of France in World War II. These coins symbolize the restoration of French republican values after the Vichy regime.
Estimated value
$0.50 - $5.00
Care & preservation
Store in a cool, dry place away from humidity. Use acid-free coin holders or flips to prevent environmental damage. Avoid cleaning or polishing, as this can destroy the coin's original surface and decrease its numismatic value.
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