10 Francs
France 10 Francs (Turin type)
France · 1949
The obverse features the profile of Marianne, the national personification of the French Republic, wearing a Phrygian cap adorned with a laurel wreath. To her left is the year 1949, and behind her is a torch.
- Country
- France
- Year
- 1949
- Denomination
- 10 Francs
- Metal
- Copper-Nickel
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Overview
The obverse features the profile of Marianne, the national personification of the French Republic, wearing a Phrygian cap adorned with a laurel wreath. To her left is the year 1949, and behind her is a torch.
Historical significance
This coin was minted during the French Fourth Republic. The 'Turin Type' design, originally created by Pierre Turin for silver coinage in the late 1920s, was reused for base metal coins following the post-WWII inflation that made silver too expensive for common circulation.
Estimated value
$0.50 - $3.00 USD (depending on condition)
Care & preservation
Store in a PVC-free coin holder or flip to prevent further oxidation. Avoid cleaning with abrasive chemicals or scrubbing, as this can damage the coin's surface and decrease its value to collectors.
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