15 000 Francs CFA (Crocodile) 1996-1997 front 15 000 Francs CFA (Crocodile) 1996-1997 back
15 000 Francs CFA (Crocodile) 1996-1997 photo
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15 000 Francs CFA Crocodile

 
Silver (.999) 500 g 84.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Benin › Benin (1975-date)
Period
Republic (1990-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1996-1997
Value
15 000 Francs CFA (15 000)
Currency
CFA Franc (1945-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
500 g
Diameter
84.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#106542
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Multicolor crocodile, date at right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PROTECTION DE LA FAUNE
1997
Crocodylus
Cataphractus

Translation:
Wildlife Protection
1997
Crocodylus
Cataphractus

Edge

Reeded.

Comment

Illustration reduced.

Interesting fact

The 15 000 Francs CFA (Crocodile) coin from Benin is a unique and interesting coin due to its unusual shape. Instead of being a traditional circular shape, this coin is shaped like a crocodile, with the body of the crocodile forming the main part of the coin and the head and tail of the crocodile extending out from the edges. This distinctive shape makes the coin stand out from other coins and adds to its collectibility.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  300 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 15 000 Francs CFA (Crocodile) 1996-1997 coin.