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1 Franc CFA Essai
| Issuer | Banque Centrale des États de l'Afrique de l'Ouest (BCEAO) |
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| Year | 1961 |
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| Value | 1 Franc CFA (1 XOF) |
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| Obverse description | The central field bears the large denomination numeral '1' and the letter 'F', superimposed by a stylized African tribal mask rendered in fine relief. The circular legend reads 'BANQUE CENTRALE' along the upper periphery and 'ETATS DE L'AFRIQUE DE L'OUEST' along the lower periphery. The word 'ESSAI' appears in the lower exergue beneath the central devices, identifying this piece as a pattern or trial strike. |
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| Obverse lettering | 1 F. BANQUE CENTRALE ETATS DE L'AFRIQUE DE L'OUEST ESSAI (Translation: Central Bank of the West African States - Trial) |
| Reverse description | The reverse features a finely engraved frontal gazelle head at centre, flanked by stylized flowering and fruiting vegetation including millet and maize stalks, symbolizing the agricultural wealth of the West African region. The devices are enclosed within a decorative wreath-like border composed of small floral and beaded elements. The date '1961' is inscribed in the lower exergue, separated by small ornamental dashes on either side. |
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