Obverse © nordboutik59 – Reverse © Jérémy Pureur
Obverse © nordboutik59 – Reverse © Jérémy Pureur
1 Franc CFA
| Aluminium | 1.3 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Central African States |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Central Bank of Equatorial African states and Cameroon |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1969-1971 |
| Value | 1 Franc CFA (1 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (Central bank of Equatorial African States and Cameroon, 1961-1973) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8877 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath of major Cameroonian crops, including cotton, coffee, cocoa and grains.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
FRANC
Engravers: Gabriel Bernard, Lucien Bazor
Edge
Plain
Comment
Nice private label.
Interesting fact
The 1 Franc CFA coin from Central African States was designed by the French artist and engraver, Albert Decaris. Decaris was a prominent artist who designed many coins and stamps for various countries, and his work is known for its intricate details and realistic portrayal of subjects. The coin features a portrait of a young woman representing the Central African Republic, surrounded by the country's name and the denomination. The coin's design was used from 1969 to 1971, and it's a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 2500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1971 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Franc CFA 1969-1971 coin.
