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500 Francs CFA Gorch Fock
1996 year| Silver (.999) | 14 g | 30.1 mm |
| Issuer | Benin › Benin (1975-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 500 Francs CFA |
| Currency | CFA Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 30.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#44116 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Sailing ship, Gorch Fock
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GORCH FOCK
1996
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 500 Francs CFA (Gorch Fock) 1996 coin from Benin features a unique design, showcasing a sailing ship and a compass, which represents the explorer Gorch Fock, after whom the coin is named.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs CFA (Gorch Fock) 1996 coin.