© Auktionen und Münzhandel - Dr. Christoph Stadler e.K.
© Auktionen und Münzhandel - Dr. Christoph Stadler e.K.
1500 Francs Pope Benedict XVI
2011 year| Gold (.999) | 0.5 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Cameroon › Cameroon (1960-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2011 |
| Value | 1500 Francs CFA 1500 XAF = USD 2.53 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#351864 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Left-facing bust of Pope Benedict XVI.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Pope
Benedict XVI.
2011
HABEMUS PAPAM
Translation: We have a pope.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1500 Francs (Pope Benedict XVI) 2011 coin from Cameroon is a unique and interesting coin due to its religious significance. It features an image of Pope Benedict XVI on the obverse side, which is unusual for a coin from a predominantly Christian country like Cameroon. This coin was issued to commemorate the papal visit of Pope Benedict XVI to Cameroon in 2011, which was a significant event for the Catholic Church in the country. The coin's gold content and limited mintage also make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1500 Francs (Pope Benedict XVI) 2011 coin.
