Obverse © African Coins – Reverse © Comptoir des Monnaies
Obverse © African Coins – Reverse © Comptoir des Monnaies
100 Francs CFA Trip of Pope Benedict XVI; Compostela
2012 year| Gold plated copper | 27 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Ivory Coast |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 100 Francs CFA 100 XOF = USD 0.17 |
| Currency | CFA franc (1960-date) |
| Composition | Gold plated copper |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#121164 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Bust of Pope Benedict XVI facing left toward cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.
Script: Latin
Lettering: . LE VOYAGE DU PAPE BENOIT XVI . 2012 SAINT JACQUES DE COMPOSTELLE 2011
Translation: The Journey of Pope Benedict XVI [to] Saint Jacqntiago de Compostela
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 100 Francs CFA coin from Ivory Coast, issued in 2012 to commemorate the trip of Pope Benedict XVI to Compostela, has a unique feature. The coin is made of gold-plated copper and weighs 27 grams, but what makes it interesting is that it has a slightly irregular shape, resembling a scallop shell, which is a symbol of pilgrimage and spiritual journey, reflecting the Pope's visit to the famous pilgrimage site of Compostela.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs CFA (Trip of Pope Benedict XVI; Compostela) 2012 coin.
