© Veilinghuis Eeckhout bvba - Joselito Eeckhout
© Veilinghuis Eeckhout bvba - Joselito Eeckhout
5 Francs Essai
1968 year| Aluminium | 2.17 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Burundi |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1966-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1968 |
| Value | 5 Francs 5 BIF = USD 0.0017 |
| Currency | Franc (1962-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 2.17 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#174045 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath, with the word ESSAI written at the bottom
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANQUE DE LA REPUBLIQUE DU BURUNDI
5 FRANCS AMAFRANGA
BRB
ESSAI
Translation: Bank of the Republic of Burundi
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Francs (Essai) 1968 from Burundi made of Aluminium weighing 2.17g is that it is a rare and unique coin, with only a few samples minted for testing purposes. It was never officially released into circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
