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50 Francs Independence
1960 year| Gold (.900) | 16.000 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Gabon |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1960 |
| Value | 50 Francs (50 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (1960) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 16.000 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#86029 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arms with supporters above denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLIQUE GABONAISE
50 Fr.
INDEPENDANCE 17 AOÛT 1960
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Francs (Independence) 1960 coin from Gabon is that it was minted to commemorate the country's independence from France, which was achieved on August 17, 1960. The coin's design features a portrait of President Léon M'ba, who played a key role in Gabon's struggle for independence, and the country's national symbols, such as the African fish eagle and the palm tree. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of African history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
