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5000 Francs CFA Libyan Desert Glass
2017 year| Silver (.925) (Glass insert) | 155.5 g | 60 mm |
| Issuer | Chad |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1960-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 5000 Francs CFA 5000 XAF = USD 8.41 |
| Currency | CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (Glass insert) |
| Weight | 155.5 g |
| Diameter | 60 mm |
| Shape | Round (Alignment around 60º) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#235385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Incredible Libyan Desert glass
Lettering: LIBYAN DESERT GLASS
Edge
Plain.
Comment
3rd coin in Meteorite Art series.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique glass insert, which is made from Libyan Desert Glass, a type of natural glass that is formed when sand is heated to extremely high temperatures by a meteorite impact or lightning strike. This process creates a distinctive glass that is prized for its beauty and rarity. The inclusion of this glass insert adds an extra layer of uniqueness to the coin, making it a truly special collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5000 Francs CFA (Libyan Desert Glass) 2017 coin.
