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2 Francs
| Aluminium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium) | 2.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Djibouti › Djibouti (1977-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1977-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1977-1999 |
| Value | 2 Francs 2 DJF = USD 0.011 |
| Currency | Djibouti Franc (1977-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium (95% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium) |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#7459 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Head of waterbuck facing divides value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· UNITE ··· EGALITE ··· PAIX ·
2 FR.
Translation:
Unity ··· Equality ··· Peace
2 Francs
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Plain
Comment
Djibouti's coat of arms was adopted during the country's declaration of independence on June 25, 1977. The two arms symbolize Djibouti's two ethnic groups: the Afars and the Issas.
Interesting fact
The 2 Francs coin from Djibouti features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. On one side, the coin features a portrait of a traditional Somali woman wearing a colorful headscarf and a necklace, while the other side features a depiction of a dhow, a traditional Arab sailing vessel, sailing through the waters of the Gulf of Aden. This design not only showcases Djibouti's maritime history but also highlights the country's cultural diversity and richness.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | 1700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1996 | 45000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1997 | 350 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1999 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Francs 1977-1999 coin.
