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2500 Francs Pope visit

2016 year
Silver (.999) 17.50 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Cameroon › Cameroon (1960-date)
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2016
Value
2500 Francs CFA 2500 XAF = USD 4.21
Currency
CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
17.50 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#145110
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pope John Paul II kissing the ground. Coat of arms of Vatican at top. Outline of Poland at centre.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PIERWSZA WIZYTA JANA PAWLA II W POLSCE
1979

Translation: The first visit of John Paul II to Poland.

Interesting fact

The 2500 Francs (Pope visit) 2016 coin from Cameroon is a unique and interesting piece due to its connection to the Pope's visit to the country in 2016. The coin's design features an image of Pope Francis on the obverse side, while the reverse side showcases the Cameroonian coat of arms. The coin's mintage was limited to 5,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts. Additionally, the coin's silver content and 17.50g weight add to its value and collectibility.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2016  966 - - - - - -

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