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France 10 Francs (Turin type)
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.