Cameroon (1960-date) 500 Francs, 2017
Owl of Athena
Information
Country
Cameroon (1960-date)
Cameroon (1960-date)
Currency
CFA franc
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
500 Francs
Year
2017
Ruler
Republic
(1960–9999)
Composition
Silver (.999) (with jasper insert)
Shape
Irregular
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
28.28
Diameter (mm)
32
Description
500 Francs from Cameroon (1960-date). Issued in 2017. Struck in Silver (.999) (with jasper insert). Measures 32 mm and weighs 28.28 g.
- Obverse
- Helmeted head of Athena facing right, olive (Olea europaea) twig with chista jasper insert at upper right. (Republic of Cameroon.)
- Reverse
- Front-facing owl, as seen on ancient tetradrachms at centre. Olive (Olea europaea) with chista jasper insert at upper left. (The Athenians.)
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 MW | 999 | Antique finish |
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