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100 Francs
| Nickel | 12 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Cameroon › Cameroon (1960-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1966-1968 |
| Value | 100 Francs (100 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (Central bank of Equatorial African States and Cameroon, 1961-1973) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#12348 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Denomination within decorated circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1968
100
FRANCS
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 100 Francs coin from Cameroon, issued between 1966 and 1968, features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. On the obverse side, the coin depicts the portrait of a young woman wearing a traditional Cameroonian headdress, surrounded by the country's national motto "Paix - Travail - Patrie" (Peace - Work - Fatherland). The reverse side features a stylized image of a coffee tree, which was a major cash crop in Cameroon at the time, surrounded by the coin's denomination and the country's name in French and English. This coin is an interesting piece of numismatic history, showcasing Cameroon's cultural and economic identity during the post-colonial era.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1967 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1968 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs 1966-1968 coin.
