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5000 Francs Leonidas

2023 year
Silver (.999) (with selective gilding) 155.50 g 65 mm
Description
Issuer
Cameroon › Cameroon (1960-date)
Period
Republic (1960-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2023
Value
5000 Francs CFA 5000 XAF = USD 8.42
Currency
CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
Composition
Silver (.999) (with selective gilding)
Weight
155.50 g
Diameter
65 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#371361
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Helmeted head of Leonidas facing front-left at left. Three fighting spartans holding weapons and shields at right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LEONIDAS

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5000 Francs (Leonidas) 2023 coin from Cameroon features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of King Leonidas, the legendary king of Sparta, while the reverse side depicts a scene from the famous Battle of Thermopylae, where King Leonidas led his 300 Spartans against the Persian army. The coin's selective gilding adds an extra layer of elegance to the design, making it a truly distinctive piece for collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2023  750 - - - - - -

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