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© Ma collection de monnaies
5 Francs CFA
| Aluminium-nickel-bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel) | 3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Western African States |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Bank of Western African States |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1965-2023 |
| Value | 5 Francs CFA 5 XOF = USD 0.0083 |
| Currency | CFA franc (1958-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium-nickel-bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel) |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Gazelle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
G.B.L.BAZOR
2011
Engravers: Gabriel Bernard, Lucien Bazor
Edge
Plain
Comment
From 1965 to 1974 these coins were minted in Paris. From 1974 to date these coins are minted in Pessac.From 2003, the mint mark and the mintmaster mark are inscribed on the reverse
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Francs CFA coin from Western African States is that it has a unique design that reflects the region's cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of a traditional African leader, while the reverse side depicts a scene of agricultural activity, such as farmers working in a field or a market scene. This design was chosen to represent the region's rich agricultural history and its importance in the local economy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | 12510000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1967 | 6510000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1968 | 6000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1969 | 8000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 10005000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1971 | 10005000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 | 5010000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 | 6000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1974 | 13326000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 16890000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 | 20010000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 22000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 39800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 | 11000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 18000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 | 18000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 | 25000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | 31620000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1985 | 16000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1986 | 8000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1987 | 26500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1989 | 44500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1990 | 20000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1991 | 19000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 | 9000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1993 | 6500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1994 | 8500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1995 | 11500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1996 | 21500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1997 | 18060000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1999 | 54930000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2000 | 2550000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2001 | 8000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2002 | 20000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2003 | 6000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2004 | 2800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2006 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2008 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2009 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2010 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2011 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2012 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs CFA 1965-2023 coin.
