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50 Francs Independence
1960 year| Gold (.900) | 16 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Niger |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1960 |
| Value | 50 Francs 50 XOF = USD 0.08 |
| Currency | CFA franc (1958-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 16 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#69763 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Bust of Diori Hamani facing forward, head turned left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
• PRESIDENT DIORI HAMANI •
REPUBLIQUE DU NIGER
Translation: Republic of Niger.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Francs (Independence) 1960 coin from Niger is that it was minted to commemorate the country's independence from France, which was achieved on August 3, 1960. The coin's design features a portrait of a Nigerien woman, symbolizing the nation's freedom and independence.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
