© Kölner Münzkabinett
© Kölner Münzkabinett
1000 Francs CFA 2000 Summer Olympics
1997 year| Silver (.999) | 15 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Benin › Benin (1975-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 1000 Francs CFA |
| Currency | CFA Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#106529 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Multicolored shot-putter and Olympic torch, date at right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
XXVII OLYMPIADE
SYDNEY 2000
1997
Comment
Also available in piéfort
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 2000 Summer Olympics, which were held in Sydney, Australia. The coin features an image of an athlete in mid-stride, with the Olympic rings and the words "Jeux Olympiques" (Olympic Games) inscribed above and below the image. The coin's obverse side features the coat of arms of Benin, with the country's name inscribed in French (République du Bénin) above the coat of arms and the year of mintage (1997) below. The coin's silver content and weight (15g) make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and sports enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Francs CFA (2000 Summer Olympics) 1997 coin.
