100 Francos CFA 1985-1986 front 100 Francos CFA 1985-1986 back
100 Francos CFA 1985-1986 photo
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100 Francos CFA

 
Nickel 7.1 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Equatorial Guinea
Period
Republic (1968-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1985-1986
Value
100 Francos CFA 100 XAF = USD 0.17
Currency
CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1984-date)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
7.1 g
Diameter
25 mm
Thickness
1.78 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#8442
Rarity index
29%

Reverse

Denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BANQUE DES ETATS DE
L'AFRIQUE CENTRALE
100
FRANCOS
1985

Translation: Bank of [the] Central African States

Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 100 Francos CFA coin from Equatorial Guinea, minted between 1985 and 1986, features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual national emblem or coat of arms, the coin features a portrait of a local woman, dressed in traditional clothing, carrying a basket of fruit on her head. This design was intended to represent the country's rich cultural heritage and the importance of its agricultural sector.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1985  350000 - - - - - -
1986  1000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francos CFA 1985-1986 coin.