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50 Francs Independence
1960 year| Copper-nickel | 12 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Cameroon › Cameroon (1960-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1960 |
| Value | 50 Francs (50 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (Central bank of Equatorial African States and Cameroon, 1961-1973) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#4379 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath of wheat, cocoa pods and coffee beans.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANQUE
CENTRALE
50
FRANCS
Translation: Central Bank.
Engraver: Lucien Georges Bazor
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The coin features a portrait of President Ahmadou Ahidjo, who led Cameroon to independence from France in 1960. He is depicted on the obverse side of the coin, surrounded by the words "République du Cameroun" and "50 Francs". The reverse side of the coin features the national emblem of Cameroon, a lion standing on a shield with the motto "Paix - Travail - Patrie" (Peace - Work - Fatherland) written below. This coin was minted to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Cameroon's independence and was circulated widely throughout the country.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 9000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Francs (Independence) 1960 coin.
