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1000 Francs CFA Soccer
1997 year| Silver (.999) | 15 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Benin › Benin (1975-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 1000 Francs CFA |
| Currency | CFA Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#106533 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Multicolor Eiffel Tower and ball
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FRANCE
1998 XVI COUPE
MONDIALE
1997
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The 1997 Benin 1000 Francs CFA (Soccer) silver coin features an image of a soccer player in action, with the words "COUPE D'AFRIQUE DE Football" (African Cup of Nations) written above and the number "1000" below. This coin was issued to commemorate the 1997 African Cup of Nations, which was hosted by South Africa. It's interesting to note that the coin was minted in a limited quantity, making it a rare and valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts and soccer fans.
