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1000 Francs CFA 2000 Summer Olympics
1997 year| Silver (.999) | 20.00 g | - |
| 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 | 20.00 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#106531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two runners and the statue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
XXVII OLYMPIADE SYDNEY 2000
1997
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 words "Republique du Benin" (Republic of Benin) inscribed above and the denomination "1000 Francs CFA" below. The coin's silver content and weight of 20 grams 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.
