1000 Francs CFA (2008 Summer Olympic Games) 2007 front 1000 Francs CFA (2008 Summer Olympic Games) 2007 back
1000 Francs CFA (2008 Summer Olympic Games) 2007 photo
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1000 Francs CFA 2008 Summer Olympic Games

2007 year
Silver (.925) 25 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Ivory Coast
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2007
Value
1000 Francs CFA 1000 XOF = USD 1.67
Currency
CFA franc (1960-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
25 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#116742
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Relay Motif

Script: Latin

Lettering:
JEUX OLYMPIQUES 2008
2007

Translation: Olympic Games 2008

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 2008 Summer Olympic Games, which were held in Beijing, China. The coin features an image of the Olympic rings on one side and the Ivory Coast coat of arms on the other. It was produced in a limited quantity, making it a sought-after collector's item for coin enthusiasts and Olympic memorabilia collectors.