500 Francs CFA (Gorch Fock; copper) 2000 front 500 Francs CFA (Gorch Fock; copper) 2000 back
500 Francs CFA (Gorch Fock; copper) 2000 photo
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500 Francs CFA Gorch Fock; copper

2000 year
Copper - 29.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Togo
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2000
Value
500 Francs CFA 500 XOF = USD 0.84
Currency
CFA franc (1958-date)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
29.7 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#133973
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

3-masted sail ship Gorch Fock.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GORCH FOCK
+++ 1958 - 2000 +++

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 500 Francs CFA (Gorch Fock; copper) 2000 coin from Togo is made of copper, which is a reddish-orange metal that is highly valued for its durability, corrosion resistance, and electrical conductivity. Copper has been used for centuries in various applications, including currency, and it is a key component in many modern technologies, such as electronics, electrical wiring, and plumbing. Interestingly, copper is also a good conductor of heat, which means that it can efficiently transfer heat energy from one place to another. This property makes copper a popular choice for cookware, as it allows for even heat distribution and helps to prevent hotspots.