500 Francs Guinéens (Oiseaux Dancers) 1969-1970 front 500 Francs Guinéens (Oiseaux Dancers) 1969-1970 back
500 Francs Guinéens (Oiseaux Dancers) 1969-1970 photo
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500 Francs Guinéens Oiseaux Dancers

 
Silver (.999) 29.08 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Guinea
Period
Republic (1958-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1969-1970
Value
500 Francs
Currency
Old franc (1959-1971)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
29.08 g
Diameter
41 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#44979
Rarity index
74%

Reverse

Coat of Arms

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1958-1968
X-ANNIVERSAIRE
1969
500 FRANCS GUINEENS

Translation:
10th anniversary
500 Guinean Francs

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 500 Francs Guinéens (Oiseaux Dancers) coin from Guinea is that it features a unique design of two birds dancing on the obverse side, which was created by the French sculptor and engraver, Pierre-Yves Artaud. The coin's design is considered a notable example of modern numismatic art and has made it a popular collector's item among coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1969  7150 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs Guinéens (Oiseaux Dancers) 1969-1970 coin.