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French Equatorial Africa Coins

The monetary history of French Equatorial Africa is fascinating and reflects the political and economic changes in the region. From its creation in 1910 until its dissolution in 1958, this French colonial federation experienced several changes in its monetary system, which left a significant numismatic legacy.

Coins and banknotes of French Equatorial Africa

Initially, the French franc was the official currency in the region. However, in 1917 the French Equatorial African franc, issued by the Banque de l'Afrique Occidentale, was introduced. This currency was used until 1945, when it was replaced by the CFA franc (French Colonies of Africa). Coins and banknotes from this period are highly valued by collectors, especially the emergency issues during World War II.

Relevant numismatic milestones

An important milestone in the numismatics of the region was the issuance of commemorative coins in 1948, celebrating the 75th anniversary of the exploration of Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza. Another significant event was the transition to the CFA franc in 1958, coinciding with the dissolution of French Equatorial Africa and the independence of its constituent territories. These transitional coins and banknotes are particularly interesting to collectors as they mark the end of a colonial era and the beginning of newly independent nations.

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📢 French Equatorial Africa is a country that does not exist today. It is now part of the France coins.

Afrique-Équatoriale française = AEF

The most valuable coins

The most valuable French Equatorial Africa coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:

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The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.

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Coin Catalog

50 centimes

FO#11588 KM#1a
Price: 15,50€
Year: 1943
Weight: 2,50 g
Composition: Bronze
Diameter: 20,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

50 centimes

FO#11586 KM#1
Price: 4,18€
Year: 1942
Weight: 2,70 g
Composition: Brass
Diameter: 19,90 mm
Edge: Smooth

1 franc

FO#11589 KM#2
Price: 8,00€
Year: 1942
Weight: 5,48 g
Composition: Brass
Diameter: 25,50 mm
Edge: Smooth

1 franc

FO#11590 KM#2a
Price: 19,95€
Year: 1943
Weight: 5,50 g
Composition: Bronze
Diameter: 25,50 mm
Edge: Smooth

5 centimes

FO#11592 KM#3
Year: 1943
Weight: 1,40 g
Composition: Aluminium-bronze
Diameter: 17,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 centimes

FO#11591 KM#4
Year: 1943
Weight: 3,05 g
Composition: Brass
Diameter: 20,90 mm
Edge: Smooth

25 centimes

FO#11593 KM#5
Year: 1943
Weight: 3,95 g
Composition: Aluminium-bronze
Diameter: 24,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

1 franc

FO#11594 KM#6
Price: 0,74€ - 7,50€
Year: 1948
Weight: 1,32 g
Composition: Aluminium
Diameter: 23,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

2 francs

FO#11595 KM#7
Price: 6,45€
Year: 1948
Weight: 2,20 g
Composition: Aluminium
Diameter: 27,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

5 francos

FO#21668 KM#10
Year: 1958
Weight: 3,00 g
Composition: Bronze-aluminium
Diameter: 20,00 mm
Edge: Smooth

10 francos

FO#21667 KM#11
Price: 1,80€
Year: 1958
Weight: 4,00 g
Composition: Bronze-aluminium
Diameter: 23,50 mm
Edge: Smooth

25 francos

FO#21669 KM#12
Year: 1958
Weight: 7,90 g
Composition: Bronze-aluminium
Diameter: 27,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

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