I've recently acquired these French 1 Franc coins but I can't figure out if they're "1 Franc (Signature "O. Roty")
1959-2001" or “1 Franc Semeuse (Piéfort)
1960-1985”
I've recently acquired these French 1 Franc coins but I can't figure out if they're "1 Franc (Signature "O. Roty") 1959-2001" or “1 Franc Semeuse (Piéfort) 1960-1985”
Piéfort (Piedfort) coins are much thicker. In this case, the circulation coin is 6 grams and the pattern is 12 grams.
Piedfort coins are made in small quantities, not intended for circulation, and would be pulled out of circulation immediately if someone tried because of the thickness.
Topic moved to "Coin information and questions"(ZacUK, 26 Nis 2023, 18:28)
