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© Central Forum of Numismatists of the USSR
1500 Francs CFA Neuschwanstein Castle
2005 year| Gold (.999) | 1.24 g | 13.94 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1992-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 1500 Francs CFA 1500 XAF = USD 2.52 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 13.94 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#106854 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Neuschwanstein Castle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE
2005
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Neuschwanstein Castle depicted on the coin is actually a famous fairy tale castle located in Germany, not in the Republic of the Congo. It was built in the 19th century by King Ludwig II of Bavaria and has become a popular tourist attraction. It's interesting that the Republic of the Congo chose to feature this castle on their coin, perhaps as a nod to the country's cultural connections to Europe.
