200 Francs CFA (Tyrannosaurus Rex) 1994 front 200 Francs CFA (Tyrannosaurus Rex) 1994 back
200 Francs CFA (Tyrannosaurus Rex) 1994 photo
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200 Francs CFA Tyrannosaurus Rex

1994 year
Brass 20 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Benin › Benin (1975-date)
Period
Republic (1990-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1994
Value
2000 Francs CFA
Currency
CFA Franc (1945-date)
Composition
Brass
Weight
20 g
Diameter
38 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#388360
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Tyrannosaurus Rex, left, date lower right

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ANIMAUX PRÉHISTORIQUES
1994
Tyrannosaurus

Translation: Prehistoric Animals

Interesting fact

The Tyrannosaurus Rex coin was part of a series of dinosaur-themed coins issued by Benin in 1994 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of the first dinosaur fossils in the country. The coin features a detailed depiction of a Tyrannosaurus Rex on the obverse, and the reverse features the coat of arms of Benin and the denomination. The coin was made of brass and weighs 20 grams. It's a unique and interesting collector's item for anyone interested in dinosaurs or numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1994  100 - - - - - -

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