1000 Francs CFA (Elephant) 1996 front 1000 Francs CFA (Elephant) 1996 back
1000 Francs CFA (Elephant) 1996 photo
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1000 Francs CFA Elephant

1996 year
Silver (.999) 20.00 g 38.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of the Congo
Period
Republic (1992-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
1000 Francs CFA 1000 XAF = USD 1.68
Currency
CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
20.00 g
Diameter
38.1 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#106795
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Elephant

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FAUNE AFRICAINE 1996
LOXODONTA AFRICANA

Translation: African Fauna

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1996 Republic of the Congo 1000 Francs CFA (Elephant) silver coin features an unique design, showcasing an elephant's head on the obverse side, while the reverse side displays the coat of arms of the Republic of the Congo. This coin is made of .999 silver and weighs 20 grams, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and wildlife enthusiasts.