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

1971 year
Gold 13.56 g 25.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Central African Republic
Period
Republic (1960-1976)
Type
Pattern
Year
1971
Value
100 Francs CFA (100&nbspFCFA)
Currency
CFA franc (Central bank of Equatorial African States and Cameroon, 1961-1973)
Composition
Gold
Weight
13.56 g
Diameter
25.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#167039
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Denomination within circle, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BANQUE CENTRALE
100
FRANCS
ESSAI
1971

Translation:
Central Bank
100
Francs
Essai
1971

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 100 Francs CFA (Essai) 1971 from Central African Republic made of Gold weighing 13.56g is that it is a rare and unique coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It was minted as a trial or pattern coin, and not intended for circulation, which makes it highly sought after by collectors. Its value is estimated to be in the thousands of dollars, making it a valuable addition to any numismatic collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971  4 - - - - - -

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.