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1000 Francs Guinéens Gorch Fock

Issuer Banque Centrale de la République de Guinée
Year 2011
Type Non-circulating coin
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Obverse script Latin
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Reverse description The reverse presents a detailed, high-relief depiction of the Gorch Fock, the German naval training barque, shown under full sail on open seas with all masts and rigging prominently rendered. The ship's name 'GORCH FOCK' is inscribed in bold lettering along the upper field, while the legend 'GRANDE VOILIER DE ALLEMAND' arcs along the lower border. The fineness and weight indicators '1/2 G .999 FINE GOLD' appear in the exergual area, providing authentication details. The entire design is struck in proof quality with frosted relief against a polished background.
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Mintage ND (2011) - Proof - 5,000
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