500 Francs (Owl) 2022 front 500 Francs (Owl) 2022 back
500 Francs (Owl) 2022 photo
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500 Francs Owl

2022 year
Ruthenium plated silver (.999) (with selective gilding) 17.50 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Cameroon › Cameroon (1960-date)
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2022
Value
500 Francs CFA 500 XAF = USD 0.84
Currency
CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
Composition
Ruthenium plated silver (.999) (with selective gilding)
Weight
17.50 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#349325
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Owl (Strigiformes sp.) landing on tree branch. Gilded moon in background.

Interesting fact

The 500 Francs (Owl) 2022 coin from Cameroon features a unique design, with a ruthenium plating and selective gilding on a .999 silver base. This gives the coin a distinctive look, with the owl's feathers appearing in a shimmering silver and gold color. The coin's design is particularly interesting because it showcases the owl's association with wisdom and insight, making it a symbolic representation of Cameroon's rich cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2022 MW 225 - - - - - -

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