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© Coinsberg
1000 Francs CFA Johannes Gutenberg
1999 year| Silver (.999) | 15 g | 34.9 mm |
| Issuer | Benin › Benin (1975-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 1000 Francs CFA |
| Currency | CFA Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 34.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#64385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Portrait of Johannes Gutenberg, caption on the right, dates below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1999 JOHANNES GUTENBERG
1397
1468
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1000 Francs CFA coin featuring Johannes Gutenberg, issued by Benin in 1999, has a unique feature - it has a holographic design element. The hologram is located on the obverse side of the coin, and it shows a portrait of Gutenberg. This makes the coin stand out from other coins in the series, as it incorporates cutting-edge technology to create a visually striking effect.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 7000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Francs CFA (Johannes Gutenberg) 1999 coin.
