© Coinsberg
© Coinsberg
1000 Francs CFA Bucentaure
2007 year| Silver (.925) | 25 g | 38.61 mm |
| 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 | 2.58 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#114990 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The Bucentaure
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BATAILLE DE TRAFALGAR
2007
BUCENTAURE
Translation: Battle of Trafalgar
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1000 Francs CFA (Bucentaure) 2007 coin from Ivory Coast is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features an image of a traditional Ivorian village, complete with thatched roof huts and a large tree in the center. The reverse side features a stunning depiction of a bucentaur, a mythical creature that is half-bull, half-horse, which is said to symbolize strength and power. The coin's intricate design and unique theme make it a standout among other coins from the region.
