1000 Francs (Ostrich) 2012 front 1000 Francs (Ostrich) 2012 back
1000 Francs (Ostrich) 2012 photo
Obverse © African Coins – Reverse © Monnaies Ultramarines Francophones

1000 Francs Ostrich

2012 year
Silver (.925) 20 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Niger
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2012
Value
1000 Francs CFA 1000 XOF = USD 1.67
Currency
CFA franc (1958-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
20 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#120074
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two standing ostriches (Struthio camelus) front-facing. Tree at lower left. Mountains in background.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LE MONDE ANIMAL EN PERIL
2012
STRUTHIO CAMELUS

Translation: The animal world in peril.

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1000 Francs (Ostrich) 2012 coin from Niger is that it features a unique design of an ostrich, which is not commonly seen on coins. The coin's design showcases the ostrich in a natural habitat, with a tree and a sunset in the background, giving it a beautiful and artistic touch.