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25 Francs Barbary sheep; silver essai
1968 year| Silver (.900) | 8 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Niger |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1968 |
| Value | 25 Francs CFA 25 XOF = USD 0.042 |
| Currency | CFA franc (1958-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#141675 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Barbary sheep (Ammotragus lervia) facing forward, sheep in background at centre and lower left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: REPUBLIQUE DU NIGER
Translation: Republic of Niger.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 25 Francs (Barbary sheep; silver essai) 1968 from Niger is that it features a unique design of a Barbary sheep on the obverse side, which is not commonly seen on coins. The Barbary sheep is a species of wild sheep native to North Africa, and its depiction on the coin highlights Niger's rich wildlife and natural heritage.
