3000 Francs (Bongo) 1969 front 3000 Francs (Bongo) 1969 back
3000 Francs (Bongo) 1969 photo
© Comptoir des Monnaies

3000 Francs Bongo

1969 year
Gold (.900) 10.50 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Gabon
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1969
Value
3000 Francs CFA 3000 XAF = USD 5.02
Currency
CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
10.50 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#101172
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Arms with supporters, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
UNION TRAVAIL JUSTICE
FRANCS 3000 FRANCS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1969 Gabon 3000 Francs (Bongo) gold coin is that it features a unique design of a bongo, a species of antelope found in the forests of central Africa, on its obverse side. The coin's reverse side features the coat of arms of Gabon. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists and wildlife enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1969  4000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3000 Francs (Bongo) 1969 coin.