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100 Francs CFA You shall not covet your neighbour's wife
| Gold (.9999) | 0.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1992-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2017-2018 |
| Value | 100 Francs CFA 100 XAF = USD 0.17 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Size | 8.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#138835 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
9th Commandment motif
Script: Latin
Lettering:
YOU SHALL
NOT COVET YOUR
NEIGHBOURS
WIFE
IX.
2017
1/50 OZ - .9999 FINE GOLD
Edge
Plain
Comment
Diameter 8.5 x 15mmInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that reflects the cultural and religious values of the Republic of the Congo. The coin's obverse side features an image of a woman's face, symbolizing the importance of women in Congolese society, while the reverse side features an image of a man and a woman standing together, representing the importance of marriage and family in the country's culture. Additionally, the coin's inscription "You shall not covet your neighbour's wife" highlights the importance of respecting others' relationships and marriages, which is a values-driven message that is rare to find on a coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 7500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2018 | 7500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs CFA (You shall not covet your neighbour's wife) 2017-2018 coin.
