Catalogus
| Uitgever | Djibouti (1977-date) |
|---|---|
| Jaar | 1977-1999 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Waarde | 1 Franc |
| Valuta | Djibouti Franc (1977-date) |
| Samenstelling | Aluminium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium) |
| Gewicht | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Dikte | 1.4 mm |
| Vorm | Round |
| Techniek | Milled |
| Oriëntatie | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Graveur(s) | Lucien Georges Bazor |
| In omloop tot | |
| Referentie(s) | KM#20, Schön#17 |
| Beschrijving voorzijde | A laurel wreath around Djibouti coat of arms: Two fists holding a knife, a round shield over a spear and a star on the top |
|---|---|
| Schrift voorzijde | Latin |
| Opschrift voorzijde |
REPUBLIQUE DE DJIBOUTI 1997 (Translation: Republic of Djibouti) |
| Beschrijving keerzijde | Head of waterbuck facing divides value |
| Schrift keerzijde | Latin |
| Opschrift keerzijde |
UNITE ··· EGALITE ··· PAIX 1 F (Translation: Unity ··· Equality ··· Peace 1 Franc) |
| Rand | Smooth |
| Muntplaats |
Monnaie de Paris, Paris (and Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date) |
| Oplage |
1977 - - 300 000 1977 - Essai - 1 700 1996 - - 60 000 1997 - In Sets only - 350 1999 - (fr) 1800 en coffrets - 20 000 |
| Numisquare-ID | 3271970830 |
| Aanvullende informatie |
Historical Context: This 1 Franc coin series, issued from 1977 to 1999, directly commemorates the birth of the Republic of Djibouti as an independent nation. Gaining full sovereignty from France in 1977, Djibouti elected Hassan Gouled Aptidon as its first president, whose tenure precisely spans the production years of this coinage. This issue represents a crucial step in establishing the new republic's monetary autonomy, replacing the prior French Afar and Issa Franc and solidifying its identity on the international stage.
Artistry: While specific engraver details are not commonly attributed for this utilitarian issue, the coin's design adheres to a post-colonial nationalistic stylistic school. The obverse typically features the nascent Republic's coat of arms, symbolizing national unity and defense, often depicting a shield, two hands holding traditional daggers, and a spear surmounted by a star. The reverse clearly states the denomination, "1 FRANC," alongside the issuing authority, "REPUBLIQUE DE DJIBOUTI," presented in a clear, functional typeface.
Technical/Grading: Struck in a lightweight aluminium alloy (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium), this coin measures 23 mm and weighs 1.3 g. Key high-points for assessing wear include the star and the tips of the daggers on the obverse's coat of arms. Due to the inherent softness of aluminium, strikes can often be weak or exhibit minor planchet imperfections, leading to a general lack of crispness in finer details. Collectors should anticipate common bag marks and edge dings, typical for a circulating coin of this composition.