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© Coinsberg
500 Francs CFA Pope John Paul II ND
2014 year| Silver (.900) | 14.17 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Benin › Benin (1975-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2014 |
| Value | 500 Francs CFA |
| Currency | CFA Franc (1945-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 14.17 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#358809 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
85 YEARS OF VATICAN CITY STATE 11.02.2014 *
ST. JOHN PAUL II 1978-2005
Interesting fact
The 500 Francs CFA coin (Pope John Paul II) ND (2014) from Benin is a unique coin that features an image of Pope John Paul II on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of Benin. This coin is made of silver (.900) and weighs 14.17 grams. It's interesting to note that this coin was issued as a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not meant to be used as a regular form of currency, but rather as a collector's item.
