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I would like to know if this is the rare version of this 1943 1 Franc out of my grandfather's collection. If I remember correctly, there were two version of this coin. Any information is appreciated.   |
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Pillar of the Community
Australia
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there was a thread on CCF about this, about a year ago.
I thought that I had a note of it .... but, apparently not.
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Bedrock of the Community
Australia
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Krause notes a few versions of these. I would suggest that some examination of the notes and pictures in Krause and some thought be applied, to work out which variety this coin may be.
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Belgium
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For 1943, there are 2 different types: the type Bazor with the axe, and the type Morlon with the head.
The type that you show here is the Bazor. For the year 1943, there is a light (1,3 g) and a heavy coin (1,6 g).
The light one is the more common priced at EUR 0.5 in VF, EUR 3 in XF and EUR 25 in UNC.
The heavy one is a rare one, priced at EUR 150 in G, EUR 250 in F, EUR 400 in VF. Higher grades are very exceptionally.
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Belgium
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BTW, prcies are according to French coin catalog Gadoury, edition 2011
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Jupke, fine job. I was getting my facts together & saw you posted. This is what makes this forum great, truly
international.
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Thanks. I now remember that I posted about this a year ago. Forgot about doing it, so I apologize for posting twice. Looks like I need to get my hands on a gram scale.
Edited by Coinfanmorgan
12/16/2012 3:41 pm
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Bedrock of the Community
Australia
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coinfanmorgan: What is the weight of your coin?
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@ Sel 691: I'm not sure. I may purchase a gram scale tomorrow.
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United Kingdom
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I have one ! Finally found a 1942 1.6 grams
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United States
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I hate to burst your bubble, but for the 1942 1f, the 1.6 gram is the common one, and the 1.3 gram is the rare.
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Bedrock of the Community
Australia
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In this particular case, it is not necessary to weigh it, to determine if you have a rare '43 1 Franc.
Just find a common example, which is easy. Put the two coins together, the heavier coin should be noticeably thicker.
Edited by sel_69l
02/04/2019 12:37 am
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Posted 12/16/2012 05:43 am
