© Alessandro Nuccio
© Alessandro Nuccio
500 Francs CFA
| Copper-nickel | 10.95 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1969-1992) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1985-1986 |
| Value | 500 Francs CFA 500 XAF = USD 0.84 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 10.95 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10181 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 41% |
Reverse
Bust facing left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANQUE
DES
ETATS DE
L'AFRIQUE
CENTRALE
Translation: Bank of Central African States
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 500 Francs CFA coin from the Republic of the Congo was designed by the French artist and engraver, Pierre Gandon. He was known for his work on various coins and banknotes, including the French franc and the European Union's euro. The coin features a portrait of a Congolese woman on the obverse side and a depiction of a lion on the reverse side. The lion is a symbol of strength and courage in Congolese culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1986 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs CFA 1985-1986 coin.
