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250 Francs Guinéens Apollo XIII
| Silver (.999) | 14.53 g | 36.0 mm |
| Issuer | Guinea |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1958-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1969-1970 |
| Value | 250 Francs Guinéens |
| Currency | Old franc (1959-1971) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 14.53 g |
| Diameter | 36.0 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#28183 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Coat of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1958-1968
X-ANNIVERSAIRE
250 FRANCS GUINEENS
Translation:
10th anniversary
250 Guinean Francs
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 250 Francs Guinéens (Apollo XIII) coin from Guinea, made of Silver (.999) and weighing 14.53g, is interesting because it was issued to commemorate the Apollo XIII mission, which was intended to be the third manned lunar landing, but was aborted due to an explosion on board the spacecraft. Despite the mission's failure, the coin remains a unique and valuable collector's item for space enthusiasts and numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 4450 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 250 Francs Guinéens (Apollo XIII) 1969-1970 coin.
