1000 Francs CFA (World Cup Soccer) 1996 front 1000 Francs CFA (World Cup Soccer) 1996 back
1000 Francs CFA (World Cup Soccer) 1996 photo

1000 Francs CFA World Cup Soccer

1996 year
Silver (.999) 15.00 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Benin › Benin (1975-date)
Period
Republic (1990-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
1000 Francs CFA
Currency
CFA Franc (1945-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
15.00 g
Diameter
35 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#106519
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Two multicolor soccer players, small date at left.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
XVI COUPE MONDIALE
FRANCE
1998
1996

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1996 Benin 1000 Francs CFA World Cup Soccer coin was issued to commemorate the 1996 FIFA World Cup held in France. The coin features a unique design that showcases a soccer player in action, surrounded by the words "COUPE DU MONDE DE LA FIFA 1996" (FIFA World Cup 1996) and the Benin coat of arms. It's a rare and valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts and soccer fans alike.