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1000 Francs CFA H.M.S. Endeavour
2010 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Benin › Benin (1975-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 1000 Francs CFA |
| Currency | CFA Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#382545 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
H.M.S. Endeavour (James Cook's tallship on his first voyage)
Compass, coloured with red and green.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
H.M.S. ENDEAVOUR 1764
2010
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a design of the H.M.S. Endeavour, which was a British ship that was famously captained by James Cook on his first voyage to the Pacific in 1768-1771. The coin's design commemorates the 250th anniversary of Cook's voyage and highlights the ship's significance in maritime history.
