100 Francs CFA (Essai) 1971 front 100 Francs CFA (Essai) 1971 back
100 Francs CFA (Essai) 1971 photo
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100 Francs CFA Essai

1971 year
Nickel 7.0 g 25.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of the Congo
Period
People's Republic (1969-1992)
Type
Pattern
Year
1971
Value
100 Francs CFA
Currency
Frappes d'essai (1961-1973)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
7.0 g
Diameter
25.5 mm
Thickness
1.72 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#152754
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BANQUE CENTRALE
100
FRANCS
ESSAI
1971

Translation:
Central Bank
Trial

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 100 Francs CFA (Essai) 1971 from Republic of the Congo is a rare and unique coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It was minted in 1971 as a trial coin, and it features a distinctive design that sets it apart from other coins in the series. The obverse of the coin features the national emblem of the Republic of the Congo, while the reverse features a stylized image of a lion. The coin's nickel composition and 7.0g weight also make it stand out from other coins in the series, which were typically made of copper or copper-nickel and had a lower weight. The combination of its rarity, unique design, and distinctive composition make the Pattern 100 Francs CFA (Essai) 1971 from Republic of the Congo a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971  1450 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs CFA (Essai) 1971 coin.