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500 Francs CFA Pharos Lighthouse of Alexandria
2008 year| Silver (.999) | 7 g | 30 mm |
| 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 | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#116034 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Pharos [Lighthouse] of Alexandria
Script: Latin
Lettering:
**PHARE DE ALEXANDRIE**
MERVEILLES DU MONDE DE L'ANTIQUITÈ
2008
Translation:
Pharos [Lighthouse] of Alexandria
Wonders of the Ancient World
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pharos Lighthouse of Alexandria, depicted on the coin, was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and stood at an impressive 120 meters tall. It was built in the 3rd century BC and was considered one of the most impressive architectural achievements of its time.
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 (Pharos Lighthouse of Alexandria) 2008 coin.
