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100 Francs Diori Hamani; gold essai
1968 year| Gold (.900) | 32 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Niger |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1968 |
| Value | 100 Francs CFA 100 XOF = USD 0.17 |
| Currency | CFA franc (1958-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 32 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#141678 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Diori Hamani facing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRESIDENT DIORI HAMANI • RÉPUBLIQUE DU NIGER
Translation: Republic of Niger.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 100 Francs (Diori Hamani; gold essai) 1968 from Niger made of Gold (.900) weighing 32 g is that it was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Auguste C. L. Diori Hamani. The coin features a portrait of Hamani on one side and the Nigerien coat of arms on the other. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number of coins minted.
