1000 Francs CFA (Three Elephants) 2016 front 1000 Francs CFA (Three Elephants) 2016 back
1000 Francs CFA (Three Elephants) 2016 photo
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1000 Francs CFA Three Elephants

2016 year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 38.61 mm
Description
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
References
Numista
N#137338
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Three elephants; one elephant facing left, one in the center, and one facing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SPIRIT OF AFRICA
1OZ AG .999
2016

Interesting fact

The 1000 Francs CFA (Three Elephants) 2016 coin from Burkina Faso is a unique piece that features three elephants on its obverse side, which is unusual for a coin. The elephants are depicted in a naturalistic style, with detailed engravings that showcase their texture and movement. This design was chosen to represent the importance of wildlife conservation in Burkina Faso and to promote awareness about the protection of endangered species.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2016  1499 - - - - - -

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