Catalog
| Issuer | Banque Centrale de la République de Guinée |
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| Year | 2017 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Obverse description | The obverse displays the national coat of arms of Guinea centrally in the field, featuring a shield with a dove and olive branch motif, rendered in relief against a polished background. The circular legend reads '* REPUBLIQUE DE GUINÉE *' along the upper periphery, with the denomination '1000 FRANCS GUINÉENS' inscribed along the lower border. The design is executed in a formal heraldic style consistent with Guinea's official state symbolism. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse features the Luther Rose (Lutherrose), the personal seal of Martin Luther, centrally rendered in high relief within a circular frame. The rose displays the characteristic cross, heart, and open flower design, commemorating the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. The legend '500 JAHRE REFORMATION' arcs along the upper periphery, while the individual letters '·L·U·T·H·E·R·R·O·S·E·' are arranged in a ring around the central motif. The weight '1/2 G' and fineness '.9999 FINE GOLD' are inscribed in the lower field, confirming the coin's bullion specifications. |
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| Mintage | 2017 - Proof - 15,000 |
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