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20 Francs Piefort Essai
| Issuer | Monnaie de Paris |
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| Year | 1953 |
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| Currency | CFA franc (1945-1963) |
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| Reverse description | Central denomination numeral flanked by floral and native ornamental devices, with the zebu bull's horns displayed prominently above the value. A cartographic outline of Madagascar appears in the upper field, surrounded by stylized sea waves. The reverse legend MADAGASCAR arcs along the periphery, and the inscription 20 FRANCS is rendered in bold numerals at center, framing the composition within an decorative border of indigenous motifs. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | 20 FRANCS MADAGASCAR |
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