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© Central Forum of Numismatists of the USSR
1000 Francs CFA FIFA World Cup
1997 year| Silver (.999) | 20.00 g | - |
| 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 | 20.00 g |
| Size | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#106814 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Football motif
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FRANCE 1998 XVI COUPE
MONDIALE
Translation: World Cup
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1997 1000 Francs CFA (FIFA World Cup 1998) coin from the Republic of the Congo is a unique piece that features a colorful design, showcasing the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of a traditional Congolese musician playing a musical instrument, while the reverse side depicts a stylized image of a soccer player in action, surrounded by traditional African patterns and designs. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can be used to celebrate and promote cultural diversity and international events.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 2950 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Francs CFA (FIFA World Cup 1998) 1997 coin.
