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1500 Francs Argentina
| Issuer | Republic of Cameroon |
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| Year | 2012 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features the coat of arms of Cameroon at center, depicting a shield bearing a balance scale flanked by two crossed traditional axes above, with two five-pointed stars in the lower field and a scroll beneath. The circular legend reads 'REPUBLIQUE DU CAMEROUN' along the upper periphery, with the bilingual motto 'PAIX TRAVAIL PATRIE / PEACE WORK FATHERLAND' in the field. The denomination '1500 FRANCS CFA' is inscribed along the lower border in bold relief. |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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Cameroon has issued gold coins denominated in CFA francs since the early 2000s, often targeting the collector market rather than circulation — this Argentina piece almost certainly belongs to a football-themed series tied to anticipation of the 2014 World Cup cycle. The CFA franc itself is pegged to the euro and managed by the Banque des États de l'Afrique Centrale, meaning Cameroon has no independent monetary policy to speak of; these small-format gold issues are effectively bullion novelties issued under license.