1500 Francs CFA (Euro Introduction) 2002 front 1500 Francs CFA (Euro Introduction) 2002 back
1500 Francs CFA (Euro Introduction) 2002 photo
© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk

1500 Francs CFA Euro Introduction

2002 year
Gold (.999) 3.1 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Benin › Benin (1975-date)
Period
Republic (1990-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2002
Value
1500 Francs CFA
Currency
CFA Franc (1945-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
3.1 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#152841
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
INTRODUCTION DE L'EURO DANS L'ANNEE 2002
UNION DE LA MONNAIE EN EUROPE

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the introduction of the Euro currency in Benin, which replaced the CFA franc as the official currency of the country. This coin is a unique piece of numismatic history, as it showcases the transition from one currency to another. Additionally, the fact that it's made of gold (.999) and weighs 3.1 grams makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2002  2002 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1500 Francs CFA (Euro Introduction) 2002 coin.