© Central Forum of Numismatists of the USSR
© Central Forum of Numismatists of the USSR
1000 Francs CFA History
1997 year| Silver (.999) | 31.11 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 | 31.11 g |
| Size | 45 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#106817 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Sphinx motif
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISTOIRE
Translation: History
Edge
Plain
Comment
Comes in set of 6.Interesting fact
The coin features an image of a famous Congolese leader, Patrice Lumumba, on its obverse side. Lumumba was a prominent figure in the Congo's struggle for independence from Belgium and became the country's first prime minister in 1960. He was assassinated in 1961, and his legacy continues to be celebrated and commemorated in the Congo and beyond. The coin's design serves as a tribute to Lumumba's contributions to the country's history and independence.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Francs CFA (History) 1997 coin.
