1000 Francs CFA (Culture) 1997 front 1000 Francs CFA (Culture) 1997 back
1000 Francs CFA (Culture) 1997 photo
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1000 Francs CFA Culture

1997 year
Silver (.999) 31.11 g -
Description
Issuer
Republic of the Congo
Period
Republic (1992-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
1000 Francs CFA 1000 XAF = USD 1.68
Currency
CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.11 g
Size
45 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Rectangular
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#106815
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Tuareg motif

Script: Latin

Lettering: CULTURE

Edge

Plain

Comment

Comes in set of 6.

Interesting fact

The 1000 Francs CFA (Culture) 1997 coin from the Republic of the Congo features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Congolese mask, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a traditional Congolese village. The coin's design was created by the French artist, Pierre-Yves Borgeaud, who is known for his work on various African coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  5000 - - - - - -

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