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1500 Francs CFA Frederick the Wise
| Issuer | Togo |
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| Year | 2011 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Obverse description | Central field displays the national arms of Togo, consisting of a shield bearing the initials 'RT' (République Togolaise) supported by two rampant lions, surmounted by two crossed national flags. The legend 'REPUBLIQUE TOGOLAISE' arcs along the upper periphery, while the denomination '1500 FRANCS CFA' is inscribed along the lower periphery. The entire design is enclosed within a beaded border. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | Central field features a right-facing bust of Frederick III, Elector of Saxony (Frederick the Wise), rendered in high relief with detailed depiction of his robes and beard. The vertical inscriptions 'FRIEDRICH' and 'DER WEISE' flank the portrait on left and right respectively. The legend 'EIN FESTE BURG IST UNSER GOTT' arcs along the upper and outer periphery, commemorating Luther's famous hymn. The dates '1517' and '1917' appear in the lower field on either side of the bust, referencing the Reformation anniversary. The design is enclosed within a beaded border. |
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