Dahomey (1960-1975) 10 000 Francs, 1971

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Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Dahomey (1960-1975) Dahomey (1960-1975)
Currency CFA Franc (1945 – 9999)
Coin type Non-circulating coin
Denomination 10 000 Francs CFA
Year 1971
Ruler Republic (1960–1975)
Composition Gold (.900)
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Weight (g) 35.55
Diameter (mm) 41
Demonetized Yes

Description

10 000 Francs CFA from Dahomey (1960-1975). Issued in 1971. Struck in Gold (.900). Measures 41 mm and weighs 35.55 g.

Obverse
Coat of arms of Dahomey divides country name, date above, denomination below and fineness near the rim.
Reverse
Four hippos in and next to the water.
Edge
Reeded

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
1971  — Hallmark "900" below "CFA", Proof
1971  470 Hallmark "900" lower right of "FRANCS", Proof
1971 1 AR — Hallmark "900" and mint mark right of "CFA", Proof

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