CFA franc (Bank of Central African States,
1973-date)
Composition
Silver (.999) (enameled)
Weight
124.40 g
Dimensions
50 mm
Thickness
Shape and Technique
Round Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s)
Obverse description
Right-facing head of Queen Elizabeth II, wearing Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara. Enameled circle around the rim in the colours of Cameroon and U.K. flags.
Obverse script
Latin
Obverse lettering
REPUBLIC OF CAMEROON
ELIZABETH II
1000
FRANCS CFA
Reverse description
Bornean orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus) and baby between leaves.
