© CGB
© CGB
500 Francs Trial Strike
1985 year| Nickel | 11 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Gabon |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1985 |
| Value | 500 Francs (500 FCFA) |
| Currency | CFA franc (Central bank of Equatorial African States and Cameroon, 1961-1973) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#152589 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Head of an African woman on the left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANQUE DES ETATS DE L'AFRIQUE CENTRALE
ESSAI
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 500 Francs (Trial Strike) 1985 from Gabon made of Nickel weighing 11g is a rare and unique coin. It was minted in 1985 as a trial strike, which means it was not intended for circulation and was only produced in small quantities for testing purposes. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 1700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Francs (Trial Strike) 1985 coin.
