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1000 Francs CFA The Sacred Crocodile
2016 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Burkina Faso |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1984-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 1000 Francs CFA 1000 XOF = USD 1.68 |
| Currency | CFA franc (1960-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#90626 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crocodile.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LE CROCODILE SACRÉ
2016
1 OZ AG .999
Translation: The Scared Crocodile
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The sacred crocodiles of Sabou are friendly animals. According to legend, once a village chief of Sabou was preserved by a crocodile of death.In faith of the people of Sabou crocodiles embody the souls of their ancestors and are therefore sacred.
For little money you can let them feed it to a live chicken, while photographing the wide-open time. Who is brave enough, may sit on a crocodile. A spectacular certainly souvenir photo!
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design of the Sacred Crocodile, which is a symbol of strength, power, and fertility in many African cultures. The crocodile is depicted in a standing position, with its mouth open and its tail curled around its body. The design is intricately detailed and showcases the craftsmanship of the mint. Additionally, the coin's silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Francs CFA (The Sacred Crocodile) 2016 coin.
