500 Francs CFA (Colosseum) 2008 front 500 Francs CFA (Colosseum) 2008 back
500 Francs CFA (Colosseum) 2008 photo
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500 Francs CFA Colosseum

2008 year
Silver (.999) 7 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Ivory Coast
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2008
Value
500 Francs CFA 500 XOF = USD 0.84
Currency
CFA franc (1960-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
7 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#117636
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Colosseum

Script: Latin

Lettering:
***LE COLISEÉ DE ROME***
2008
MERVEILLES DU MONDE MODERNE

Translation:
The Colosseum of Rome
Wonders of the Modern World

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 500 Francs CFA (Colosseum) 2008 coin from Ivory Coast is that it features a unique design that showcases the Colosseum, a famous ancient Roman amphitheater, on one side, and the map of Africa with the Ivory Coast highlighted on the other side. This design represents the rich history and cultural heritage of the region, while also highlighting the country's connection to the African continent.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2008  7500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs CFA (Colosseum) 2008 coin.