Dahomey (1960-1975) 25 000 Francs, 1971

Independence

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Dahomey (1960-1975) Dahomey (1960-1975)
Currency CFA Franc (1945 – 9999)
Coin type Non-circulating coin
Denomination 25 000 Francs FCA
Year 1971
Ruler Republic (1960–1975)
Composition Gold (.900)
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Weight (g) 88.88
Diameter (mm) 56
Demonetized Yes

Description

25 000 Francs FCA from Dahomey (1960-1975). Issued in 1971. Struck in Gold (.900). Measures 56 mm and weighs 88.88 g.

Obverse
Coat of arms of Dahomey divides country name, date above, denomination below, hand stamped serial number and fineness near the rim.
Reverse
Aligned busts of the three elected presidents after 10 years of Independence, facing left. With legend above and their names below.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
1971  380 Hallmark "900" lower right of "FRANCS", serial number lower left of "FRANCS", Proof
1971 1 AR — Hallmark "900" and mint mark lower right of "FRANCS", serial number lower left of "FRANCS", Proof

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