5 Francs (World Fisheries Conference; Trial) 1984 front 5 Francs (World Fisheries Conference; Trial) 1984 back
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5 Francs World Fisheries Conference; Trial

1984 year
Aluminium 3.85 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Comoro Islands
Period
Federal Islamic Republic (1975-2001)
Type
Pattern
Year
1984
Value
5 Francs 5 KMF = USD 0.011
Currency
Franc (1976-date)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
3.85 g
Diameter
31 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#114343
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

West Indian Ocean Coelacanth fish left

Lettering: CONFERENCE MONDIALE SUR LES PECHES

Translation: World Conference on Fisheries

Edge

Plain

Comment

Essai of KM#15

West Indian Ocean coelacanth is primarily found near the Comoro Islands. It is also known as the African coelacanth to differentiate it with Indonesian coelacanth which is known as East Indian Ocean coelacanth.
Both are critically endangered species.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Francs (World Fisheries Conference; Trial) 1984 from Comoro Islands made of Aluminium weighing 3.85g is that it features a unique design that represents the theme of fisheries and marine life. The obverse side of the coin depicts a variety of fish swimming in the ocean, while the reverse side features a image of a fishing boat and a compass, symbolizing the importance of navigation in the fishing industry. This design was specifically created for the World Fisheries Conference, which was held in the Comoro Islands in 1984, and the coin was minted as a trial piece to commemorate the event.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1984  1700 - - - - - -

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