100 Francs CFA (Hanging Gardens of Babylon) 2018 front 100 Francs CFA (Hanging Gardens of Babylon) 2018 back
100 Francs CFA (Hanging Gardens of Babylon) 2018 photo
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100 Francs CFA Hanging Gardens of Babylon

2018 year
Gold (.999) 0.5 g 11 mm
Description
Issuer
Ivory Coast
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
Value
100 Francs CFA 100 XOF = USD 0.17
Currency
CFA franc (1960-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
0.5 g
Diameter
11 mm
Thickness
0.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#138960
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Hanging Gardens of Babylon

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*JARDINS SUSPENDUS DE BABYLONE*
2018
½ G. 999 FINE GOLD

Translation: Hanging Gardens of Babylon

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Hanging Gardens of Babylon, depicted on the 100 Francs CFA coin from Ivory Coast, is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. However, there is some debate among historians and archaeologists about the accuracy of this representation, as there is limited evidence of the gardens' existence and layout. Despite this, the coin's design still serves as a tribute to the rich cultural heritage of the ancient civilization.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2018  15000 - - - - - -

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