200 Francs Abourma Rock Art

Issuer Djibouti (1977-date)
Year 2023
Type Non-circulating coin
Value 200 Francs
Currency Djibouti Franc (1977-date)
Composition Silver (.999)
Weight 93.3 g
Diameter 65 mm
Thickness
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#131
Obverse description Prehistoric man carving rock art and painting cave paintings, surrounded by various prehistoric art of various places around the world. Coat of Arms of Djibouti in the middle.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering REPUBLIQUE DE DJIBOUTI .999 Ag 200 FRANCS 93.3 g Prehistoric Art
(Translation: Republic of Djibouti)
Reverse description High relief and colored depiction of `The Zoo`, one of the rocks of the Abourma Rock Art Site. This superb archaeological site features well-preserved rock engravings dating back to Neolithic times, which are striking both for their rich complexity and their incredible variety. Many of the engravings depict animals that are no longer found in the area – giraffes, cows, antelopes, kudus, oryxes and ostriches. Human figures are also represented.
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering ABOURMA ROCK ART SITE 2023
Edge Reeded
Mint
Mintage 2023 - Antique Finish; High Relief - 499
Numisquare ID 4092186730
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