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15 000 Francs CFA Crocodile
Silver (.999) | 500 g | 84.8 mm |
Issuer | Benin › Benin (1975-date) |
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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 |
Numista | N#106542 |
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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 |
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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.