French Polynesia (1957-date) 5 Francs, 1979
with IEOM; Gold Piedfort
Information
Country
French Polynesia (1957-date)
French Polynesia (1957-date)
Currency
CFP Franc
(1945 – 9999)
Coin type
Pattern
Denomination
5 Francs
Year
1979
Ruler
French Overseas Territory
(1957–2003)
Composition
Gold (.920)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
49
Diameter (mm)
32.5
Demonetized
30 November 2022
Description
5 Francs from French Polynesia (1957-date). Issued in 1979. Struck in Gold (.920). Measures 32.5 mm and weighs 49 g.
- Obverse
- Liberty sitting on throne, facing left holding lit torch in left hand. Assorted fruit in a cornucopia in bend of right arm. (FRENCH REPUBLIC)
- Reverse
- Palm trees on left, sea with sailboat in middle, mountains in distance. Boat with outrigger in foreground, plus assorted fruit in container (French Polynesia)
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1979
|
93 |
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