Collection: French Colonies (1670 - 1767)

In 1767, France minted 1.6 million copper Sols (9 Deniers) for circulation in the French Caribbean colonies. The majority of these coins were counterstamped with an oval punch bearing "RF" (Republique Française).

Key Features of French Colonial Sols

• Issued by France for its Caribbean territories
• Counterstamped with "RF" to signify French Republic authority
• Many circulated in the American Colonies, valued at one Cent
• Considered part of the American Colonial coin series, despite foreign manufacture

Historical & Collectible Significance

• Tied to early American commerce, used in everyday transactions
• French colonial influence on American coinage
• Scarce in high grades, making them highly collectible

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