© Münzenhandlung Raimund Raffler
© Münzenhandlung Raimund Raffler
1000 Francs Endangered Wildlife - Elephant
2003 year| Silver (.999) | 20.00 g | 40.00 mm |
| Issuer | Benin › Benin (1975-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2003 |
| Value | 1000 Francs CFA |
| Currency | CFA Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 20.00 g |
| Diameter | 40.00 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#23491 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Two elephants, one adult and one baby.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ENDANGERED WILDLIFE
2003
LE MONDE ANIMAL EN PERIL
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to raise awareness about the endangered African elephant population and to promote conservation efforts. The coin features an image of an elephant on the obverse side and the reverse side features the coat of arms of Benin. The coin was minted in a limited quantity of 5,000 pieces, making it a rare and unique collector's item.
