© CGB
© CGB
100 Francs CFA Essai
1975 year| Nickel | 7 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Central African Republic |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Bank of Central African States |
| Period | Republic (1960-1976) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1975 |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#176154 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Denomination within circle, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANQUE DES ETATS DE
L'AFRIQUE CENTRALE
ESSAI
100
FRANCS
1975
Translation:
Bank of Central
African States
Pattern
100
Francs
1975
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 100 Francs CFA (Essai) 1975 from Central African Republic made of Nickel weighing 7g is that it features a unique design that was never officially adopted as a circulating coin. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized portrait of a young woman, while the reverse side features a pattern of geometric shapes and stars. The coin's design was created by the French artist and engraver, Pierre Gandon, and it was produced as a trial or pattern coin, which means it was not intended for circulation and was only produced in small quantities. This coin is considered a rare and collectible item among numismatists and is a fascinating piece of African currency history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | 1700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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) 1975 coin.
