France overseas Coin List
Historical categories
France overseas | 5 francs (French territory of the Afars and the Issas)
France overseas | 20 francs (French Territory of the Afars and Issas)
France overseas | 1 franc (French Territory of the Afars and Issas)
France overseas | 10 francs (French Territory of the Afars and the Issas)
France overseas | 50 francs (French territory of the Afars and Issas)
France overseas | 100 francs (French Territory of the Afars and Issas)
France overseas | 5 francs (French Southern and Antarctic Lands)
France overseas | 100 francs (French Southern and Antarctic Lands)
France overseas | 100 francs (French Southern and Antarctic Lands)
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable France overseas coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The Numismatics of Overseas France offers a fascinating journey through the monetary history of French territories outside continental Europe. These regions, which include overseas departments and collectivities, have undergone various changes in their monetary systems over time, reflecting their political and economic evolution.
Current currency in circulation
Currently, most French overseas territories use the euro as their official currency. This includes departments such as Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Guiana and Reunion, as well as some collectivities such as St. Martin and St. Barthelemy. However, there are notable exceptions such as French Polynesia and New Caledonia, which maintain the CFP franc (Pacific franc), a currency linked to the euro but with its own unique history and design.
Monetary history and highlights
Prior to the introduction of the euro, many French overseas territories used local francs, such as the French West Indies franc or the CFA (African Financial Community) franc in some African regions. A significant milestone in the numismatics of these territories was the transition to the euro in 2002, which marked a major change in monetary policy and economic integration with metropolitan France. In addition, coins and banknotes issued in these territories often feature unique designs that reflect the local culture and nature, making them of great interest to collectors and numismatic scholars.
France overseas is a country that does not exist today. It is now part of the France old coins.
French Guiana (since 1946), Guadeloupe (since 1946), Martinique (since 1946), Mayotte (since 2011) , Réunion (since 1946)