5 Francs (Mycteria ibis) 2014 front 5 Francs (Mycteria ibis) 2014 back
5 Francs (Mycteria ibis) 2014 photo
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5 Francs Mycteria ibis

2014 year
Aluminium 2.2 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Burundi
Period
Republic (1966-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2014
Value
5 Francs 5 BIF = USD 0.0017
Currency
Franc (1962-date)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
26 mm
Thickness
1.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#78189
Rarity index
11%

Reverse

Yellow-billed stork in the center with denomination, surrounded by inscription. Bird`s Latin name from left of the bird.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BANQUE DE LA REPUBLIQUE DU BURUNDI
Mycteria ibis
5 FRANCS
AMAFRANGA
· BRB ·

Translation:
BANK OF THE REPUBLIC OF BURUNDI
Mycteria ibis
5 FRANCS
FRANCS
· BRB ·

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Mycteria ibis, also known as the African wood stork, is a large wading bird that is native to Africa. It is depicted on the 5 Francs coin from Burundi, which was issued in 2014. Despite its large size, the coin is made of aluminum and weighs only 2.2 grams, making it a lightweight and portable collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2014  300000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs (Mycteria ibis) 2014 coin.