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French Franc Value Over Time (1950-2001)
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Understanding French Inflation
Inflation in France varied significantly during the second half of the 20th century. The "Trente Glorieuses" (1945-1975) saw rapid economic growth but also rising prices. 100 Francs in 1960 (Nouveau Franc) had vastly more purchasing power than 100 Francs in 2001. This calculator adjusts for the Consumer Price Index (CPI) evolution in France to show real value.
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Historical Overview
The French Franc (FRF) was the currency of France until the Euro was adopted in 1999 (accounting) and 2002 (cash). The "New Franc" was introduced in 1960, worth 100 "Old Francs" (Anciens Francs). It remained a strong symbol of French sovereignty and history for over 40 years. The conversion rate was fixed at 6.55957 FRF per Euro.
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Currency Denominations
5, 10, 20, 50 Centimes
1, 2, 5, 10, 20 Francs
20 (Debussy), 50 (Exupéry)
100 (Cézanne), 200 (Eiffel)
500 (Pierre et Marie Curie)
Exchange to Euro
The irrevocable conversion rate was set on December 31, 1998, at 1 EUR = 6.55957 FRF. This equates to approximately 0.15245 Euros per Franc. While commercial transactions switched to Euro in 1999, Franc notes and coins continued to circulate until February 2002. The Banque de France has since ceased exchanging old Franc notes.