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Dahomey
The Dahomey category includes coins issued for this territory, formerly a French colony, and falls within the broader section of French Colonies and Overseas Territories (since 1600), itself a component of the general collection of French Coins (470 to 2002).
It includes the specific coins and banknotes used in Dahomey during the French colonial period. These monetary issues reflect the history and economic evolution of the colony.
Collectors will find here currencies dating from the French presence, offering a unique insight into the monetary history of the region and its link with France.
The study of these currencies allows us to understand the trade and financial policies implemented by the French colonial administration in Dahomey.
Explore this collection to discover the different denominations, specific motifs and minting peculiarities that characterize the currencies of Dahomey.