100 Francs (Essai) 1977 front 100 Francs (Essai) 1977 back
100 Francs (Essai) 1977 photo
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100 Francs Essai

1977 year
Copper-nickel 12 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Djibouti › Djibouti (1977-date)
Period
Republic (1977-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1977
Value
100 Francs (100&nbspDJF)
Currency
Djibouti Franc (1977-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
12 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#315166
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Two dromedaries facing right (one standing, one on ground). Value above, lettering around outside.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· UNITE ··· EGALITE ··· PAIX ·
ESSAI
100 F

Engraver: Raymond Joly

Interesting fact

The Pattern 100 Francs (Essai) 1977 from Djibouti is a rare and unique coin, with only 10,000 pieces minted. It was created as a trial coin, and its design features a portrait of President Hassan Gouled Aptidon, who served as the first president of Djibouti from 1977 until his death in 2009. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of African history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1977  1700 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Francs (Essai) 1977 coin.