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100 Francs CFA
| Nickel | 7.05 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1969-1992) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1975-1990 |
| Value | 100 Francs CFA 100 XAF = USD 0.17 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 7.05 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.74 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8523 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANQUE DES ETATS DE L'AFRIQUE CENTRALE
100 FRANCS
1975
Translation: Bank of Central African States
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The CFA franc (XAF, BEAC-Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale) is used by Chad, the Central African Republic, the Republic of Congo, Gabon, Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea.
Interesting fact
The 100 Francs CFA coin from the Republic of the Congo was designed by the French artist and engraver, Pierre Gandon. He was known for his work on various coins and banknotes, including the French franc. The coin features a portrait of a young woman representing the Republic of the Congo, surrounded by a pattern of leaves and the country's name in French. The coin's design was used from 1975 to 1990, and it's considered a rare and collectible item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | 2500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1983 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1985 | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs CFA 1975-1990 coin.
