Country France
Type Common coin
Years 1974-1987
Value 10 Francs (10 FRF)
Metal Nickel-brass
Weight 10 g
Diameter 26.01 mm
Thickness 2.54 mm
Shape Round
Orientation Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized 10-31-1991
References KM# 940, Schön# 242, F# 365, Gad# 814
Obverse
A map of metropolitan France with flashes pointing to Paris, and stylized initials RF on top. Lettering around outside, date below with privy mark
The coin represents change of France from tradition to modernity, showing a modern country of energy and technology.
Lettering:
REPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE
RF
MATHIEU
1987
Engraver: Georges Mathieu
Reverse
Value on band across centre, and industry in background
Lettering: 10 FRANCS
Engraver: Georges Mathieu
Edge
Smooth with inscription, separated by patterns
Lettering: LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE
