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100 Francs
| Nickel | 7.0 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Gabon |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1975-1985 |
| Value | 100 Francs CFA 100 XAF = USD 0.17 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 7.0 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8522 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Denomination within circle, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANQUE DES ETATS DE
L'AFRIQUE CENTRALE
100
FRANCS
1975
Translation: Banc of the Central African States
Edge
Reeded
Comment
nickel (magnetic) and not cupronickel
Interesting fact
The 100 Francs coin from Gabon, made of Nickel and weighing 7.0g, has an interesting feature. It has a unique shape, known as a " equilateral triangle" which is not commonly found in coins. This shape was chosen to represent the country's cultural heritage and its unique history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 2600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1984 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1985 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs 1975-1985 coin.
