目录
| 正面描述 | Two palm trees. |
|---|---|
| 正面文字 | Latin |
| 正面铭文 | SÉNÉGAL 1921 |
| 背面描述 | Facial value in a grenetis surrounded by the legend. |
| 背面文字 | Latin |
| 背面铭文 | CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE 1FR J. BORY ✿ ZIGUINCHOR ✿ |
| 边缘 | Smooth |
| 铸币厂 |
J.BORY J. Bory, Paris, France |
| 铸造量 |
1921 - - |
| Numisquare 编号 | 7525503510 |
| 附加信息 |
Historical Context: The 1921 1 Franc Ziguinchor coin arose from post-WWI economic instability in French West Africa. Ziguinchor, a key Senegalese port, faced acute shortages of official coinage. This scarcity compelled local authorities, under French colonial administration, to issue their own emergency currency (monnaie de nécessité). This brass 1 Franc served as a crucial medium of exchange, highlighting the city's initiative in addressing immediate economic needs and facilitating commerce.
Artistry: The 1 Franc Ziguinchor's design reflects its utilitarian purpose as a municipal emergency issue. The engraver, typical of such local pieces, remains anonymous; the stylistic approach prioritizes clarity and leg