New Hebrides (1906-1980) 2 Francs, 1973 – 1979

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Information

Country New Hebrides (1906-1980) New Hebrides (1906-1980)
Currency Franc (1921 – 1982)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 2 Francs
Year 1973 – 1979
Ruler Anglo-French condominium (1906–1980)
Composition Nickel brass (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel)
Shape Round
Alignment Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique Milled
Weight (g) 3
Diameter (mm) 20
Demonetized Yes

Description

2 Francs from New Hebrides (1906-1980). Issued from 1973 to 1979. Struck in Nickel brass (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel). Measures 20 mm and weighs 3 g.

Obverse
Marianne's head, facing left, wearing a Phrygian cap. (French Republic)
Reverse
Frigate bird above value. (New Hebrides)
Edge
Smooth

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage vf xf au unc Comment Frequency
1979  Dolphin 250K — € 1,90 € 3,60 € 6,50 28%
1978  Dolphin 150K € 3,60 € 3,60 € 10,00 € 10,00 18%
1975  Dolphin 300K € 3,40 € 3,40 € 5,20 € 5,40 42%
1973  Owl 200K € 2,20 € 5,10 € 6,00 € 6,00 42%

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