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500 Francs Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear and Pipe
2017 year| Silver (.999) | 17.5 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Cameroon › Cameroon (1960-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 500 Francs CFA 500 XAF = USD 0.84 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 17.5 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#140108 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Detail of "Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear and Pipe" by Vincent van Gogh in 1889.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VINCENT VAN GOGH
Designer: Vincent van Gogh
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique self-portrait of the artist Vincent van Gogh, depicting him with a bandaged ear and smoking a pipe. This image is based on a famous painting by van Gogh, titled "Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear," which he created in 1889, just before his death. The coin's design serves as a tribute to the artist and his work, and the use of silver and the detailed design make it a valuable and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 MW | 555 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs (Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear and Pipe) 2017 coin.
