1000 Francs (Bongo) 1969 front 1000 Francs (Bongo) 1969 back
1000 Francs (Bongo) 1969 photo
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1000 Francs Bongo

1969 year
Gold (.900) 3.50 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Gabon
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1969
Value
1000 Francs CFA 1000 XAF = USD 1.67
Currency
CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
3.50 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#101171
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Stump of okume tree, denomination below, arms above

Script: Latin

Lettering: FRANCS 1000 FRANCS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1969 Gabon 1000 Francs (Bongo) gold coin features a unique design, with a portrait of President Omar Bongo on one side and the national emblem of Gabon on the other. This coin was minted to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Gabon's independence from France.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1969  4000 - - - - - -

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