1 Franc

Obverse description	The Gallic rooster, a traditional symbol of France, stands in left profile occupying the central field, rendered in high relief with detailed plumage. A heraldic shield bearing the monogram 'RF' (République Française) is positioned in the upper right field above the rooster's head. The engraver's initials 'C.L.S.' appear in small characters beneath the rooster's feet. The circular legend 'AFRIQUE EQUATORIALE FRANÇAISE LIBRE' runs along the rim, interrupted by the shield device at top. A beaded border frames the entire design.
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Reverse description	The central design features the Cross of Lorraine, the emblem of the Free French Forces, dividing the denomination numeral '1' and the abbreviation 'Fc' (Franc). The mint mark 'SA' for the Pretoria Mint appears above the cross, flanked by the engraver's initials 'C.L.S.' The date '1942' is inscribed below the cross. The motto of the French Republic, 'LIBERTÉ ÉGALITÉ FRATERNITÉ', arcs along the upper rim, while 'HONNEUR PATRIE', the motto of the Free French government in London, is inscribed along the lower rim.
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