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500 Francs The Birth of Venus
2017 year| Silver (.999) | 17.50 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 | 17.50 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#144604 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Detail of "The Birth of Venus" painted by Sandro Botticelli in the mid 1480s.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANDRO BOTICELLI
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 500 Francs (The Birth of Venus) 2017 coin from Cameroon features a beautiful depiction of the goddess Venus, inspired by the famous painting by Sandro Botticelli. The coin's design is a unique blend of traditional African art and European classical art, making it a truly distinctive piece.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 MW | 1555 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs (The Birth of Venus) 2017 coin.