© African Coins
© African Coins
100 Francs CFA The Pope in Papua New Guinea
2011 year| Silver plated copper-nickel | 25 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Ivory Coast |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2011 |
| Value | 100 Francs CFA 100 XOF = USD 0.17 |
| Currency | CFA franc (1960-date) |
| Composition | Silver plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#118436 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Pope John Paul II in Papua New Guinea; colourised
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RÉCONCILIATION DES RELIGIONS
1920-2005
PAPOUASIE
NOUVELLE
GUINÉE
1984
2011 PAPE JEAN PAUL II
Translation:
Reconciliation of Religions
Papua New Guinea
Pope John Paul II
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 100 Francs CFA coin (The Pope in Papua New Guinea) 2011 from Ivory Coast is a unique piece as it features an image of Pope Benedict XVI, who visited Papua New Guinea in 2011. It is a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not meant to be used as regular currency, but rather as a collector's item. The coin is made of silver-plated copper-nickel and weighs 25 grams. It is a rare and interesting collectible for those interested in numismatics or religious memorabilia.
