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500 Francs CFA Essai
1976 year| Nickel | 9 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Central African States |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Bank of Central African States |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1976 |
| Value | 500 Francs CFA (500 XAF) |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 1.94 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#120070 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 56% |
Reverse
Denomination and Giant Eland
Script: Latin
Lettering:
500 FRANCS
ESSAI
Translation: Trial
Engraver: Robert Cochet
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 500 Francs CFA (Essai) 1976 from Central African States made of Nickel weighing 9g is that it is a rare and unique coin, with only a limited number of coins minted. It is considered a collector's item and its value can be significantly higher than its face value.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 A | 1900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 B | 1900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 C | 1900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 D | 1900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 E | 1900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs CFA (Essai) 1976 coin.
