1000 Francs (Side-striped jackal) 2012 front 1000 Francs (Side-striped jackal) 2012 back
1000 Francs (Side-striped jackal) 2012 photo

1000 Francs Side-striped jackal

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, Coloured
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#69774
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Standing side-strip jackal (Canis adustus) facing forward. Jackal walking left at left. Mountain and tree in background. Colored.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHACAL À FLANCS RAYÉS
CANIS ADUSTUS
2012

Translation: Side-striped jackal.

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1000 Francs (Side-striped jackal) 2012 coin from Niger is a unique and interesting coin due to its unusual design. The coin features a side-striped jackal, a species of wild dog found in Africa, on its obverse side. This design choice is notable because it is not a common image used on coins, and it highlights the importance of wildlife conservation. Additionally, the coin's silver composition and 20g weight make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2012  1000 - - - - - -

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