1500 Francs (Black rhinoceros; small type) 2010 front 1500 Francs (Black rhinoceros; small type) 2010 back
1500 Francs (Black rhinoceros; small type) 2010 photo
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1500 Francs Black rhinoceros; small type

2010 year
Silver (.999) 62.20 g -
Description
Issuer
Cameroon › Cameroon (1960-date)
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2010
Value
1500 Francs CFA 1500 XAF = USD 2.53
Currency
CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
62.20 g
Size
40 × 40 mm
Shape
Square
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#106717
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Western black rhinoceros (Diceros bicornis longipes) head facing right. Outline of rhinoceros and tree at right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
RHINOCEROS NOIR
diceros bicornis longipes
2010

Translation: Black rhinoceros.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Black rhinoceros coin from Cameroon has a unique feature - it has a holographic element that changes the image of the rhino depending on the angle of view. This adds an extra layer of security and makes the coin stand out from other coins.