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© Coinsberg
500 Francs American white ibis
2017 year| Silver (.999) | 17.50 g | - |
| Issuer | Cameroon › Cameroon (1960-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 500 Francs CFA 500 XAF = USD 0.84 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 17.50 g |
| Size | 40 × 40 mm |
| Shape | Square |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#144629 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two American white ibis (Eudocimus albus) walking left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
The birds
OF AMERICA
White Ibis
John James Audubon
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 500 Francs (American white ibis) 2017 coin from Cameroon features a unique design that showcases the country's rich wildlife heritage. The coin's obverse side features the image of an American white ibis, a species of bird that is native to Cameroon and other parts of Africa. The reverse side of the coin features the coat of arms of Cameroon, along with the denomination and year of issue. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can be used to promote awareness and appreciation of a country's natural history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 MW | 555 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs (American white ibis) 2017 coin.
