500 Francs CFA (Sagittarius) 2017 front 500 Francs CFA (Sagittarius) 2017 back
500 Francs CFA (Sagittarius) 2017 photo
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500 Francs CFA Sagittarius

2017 year
Silver plated copper-nickel 30 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Benin › Benin (1975-date)
Period
Republic (1990-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2017
Value
500 Francs CFA
Currency
CFA Franc (1945-date)
Composition
Silver plated copper-nickel
Weight
30 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#367400
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SAGITTARIUS
2017

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 500 Francs CFA (Sagittarius) 2017 coin from Benin features an image of a horse on its obverse side, which is unusual for a coin from this country. Most coins from Benin feature images of local wildlife, such as lions or elephants, or symbols of national pride, such as the Benin flag. The horse on this coin may have been chosen because it is a symbol of strength, speed, and endurance, which are all qualities that are highly valued in many cultures.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2017  2500 - - - - - -

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