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1500 Francs CFA Hephaestus
2010 year| Gold (.999) | 1 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1992-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 1500 Francs CFA 1500 XAF = USD 2.52 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#138629 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hephaestus
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HEPHAISTOS
2010
DIEU DU FEU DES FORGES ET DES VOLCAINS
Translation: God of the Fire, Forges and Volcanoes
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1500 Francs CFA (Hephaestus) 2010 coin from the Republic of the Congo is made of gold (.999) and weighs 1 gram. That's relatively small compared to other coins, but what makes it stand out is the unique design featuring Hephaestus, the Greek god of fire and blacksmiths. The coin's design is inspired by ancient Greek art and features an image of Hephaestus holding a hammer and anvil, surrounded by flames. It's a beautiful and rare coin that would be a great addition to any coin collection!
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1500 Francs CFA (Hephaestus) 2010 coin.
