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25 Francs Independence; Trial Strike
1960 year| Bronze | - | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Gabon |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1960 |
| Value | 25 Francs (25 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (1960) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#177972 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arms with supporters above denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLIQUE GABONAISE
25 Fr.
INDEPENDANCE 17 AOÛT 1960
Interesting fact
The Pattern 25 Francs coin from Gabon was designed by the French sculptor and engraver, Auguste C. L. B. C. M. Lagriffoul, who was also responsible for designing several other coins for various African countries during the colonial era.
