© African Coins
© African Coins
100 Francs CFA The Bremen Musicians
2016 year| Gold (.999) | 0.5 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Ivory Coast |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#119057 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The Bremen Musicians
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DIE BREMER STADTMUSIKANTEN
½ G .999 FINE GOLD
2016
Translation: The Bremen Musicians
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 100 Francs CFA (The Bremen Musicians) 2016 coin from Ivory Coast is that it features a unique design that showcases the cultural heritage of the country. The coin's obverse side depicts the three wise monkeys, a popular symbol in West African culture, playing musical instruments, while the reverse side features the Bremen Town Musicians, a famous German fairy tale, highlighting the cultural exchange and diversity of the region. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can be used to promote cultural awareness and understanding.
