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100 Francs
| Nickel | 7 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Cameroon › Cameroon (1960-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1975-1986 |
| Value | 100 Francs CFA 100 XAF = USD 0.17 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.86 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#4380 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Denomination within circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANQUE DES ETATS DE
L'AFRIQUE CENTRALE
100
FRANCS
1975
Translation: Bank of the Central African States.
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 100 Francs coin from Cameroon, issued between 1975 and 1986, 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 a pattern of geometric shapes and symbols that are typical of the country's indigenous art. The reverse side features the national emblem of Cameroon, which includes a lion, an eagle, and a map of the country, surrounded by the motto "Unity, Work, Progress" in French. This coin is an interesting collector's item for numismatists and those interested in African culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | 11000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1983 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1986 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs 1975-1986 coin.
