100 Francs
| Issuer | New Caledonia |
|---|---|
| Year | 2006-2017 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 100 Francs (100 XPF) |
| Currency | CFP Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.08 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Engraver(s) | Raymond Joly |
| In circulation to | 30 November 2022 |
| Reference(s) | KM#15a, Schön#16a, Lec#139j |
| Obverse description | Capped bust Marianne to left above date, legend around. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE R JOLY I·E·O·M 2013 |
| Reverse description | Tribal hut above value in centre of palm and pine trees. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | NOUVELLE - CALEDONIE 100 f |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Mint |
Monnaie de Paris, Paris (and Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date) |
| Mintage |
2006 - Lec#139j - 300 000 2007 - - 800 000 2008 - - 1 100 000 2009 - - 1 400 000 2010 - - 250 000 2013 - - 324 000 2014 - - 648 000 2015 - - 648 000 2016 - - 720 000 2017 - - 864 000 |
| Numisquare ID | 2430153950 |
| Additional information |
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Historical Context: The 100 Francs coin of New Caledonia, issued from 2006 to 2017, embodies the territory's distinct economic and political identity within the French Republic. Denominated in CFP Francs, pegged to the Euro, this coin was vital for daily commerce. It signifies New Caledonia's ongoing development and cultural affirmation during this period, highlighting its unique status as a French overseas territory in the Pacific while maintaining strong ties to metropolitan France.
Artistry: The coin's reverse typically showcases the iconic cagou (Rhynochetos jubatus), New Caledonia's national bird, rendered with a naturalistic yet stylized approach. This design, characteristic of modern French minting for overseas territories, emphasizes local identity. While the specific engraver is often uncredited, the artistic school is one of realistic naturalism. The obverse commonly features a traditional motif, such as the French Republic's Marianne or a local emblem, balancing territorial distinctiveness with sovereign connection.
Technical/Grading: Struck in durable aluminium bronze, this 100 Francs piece weighs 10 grams and measures 30 millimeters. Key high-points for grading include the fine details of the cagou's crest and eye on the reverse, and the intricacies of the obverse design. Uncirculated examples exhibit a strong, even strike and original luster. However, due to mass production, minor contact marks are common. Circulation wear typically first affects the highest relief areas, such as the bird's head and the obverse effigy's hair.