2000 Francs CFA Seven Days of Creation

€1.00
IssuerCameroon (1960-date)
Year2024
TypeNon-circulating coin
Value2000 Francs CFA
CurrencyCFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
CompositionSilver (.999)
Weight62.2 g
Dimensions45 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled (high relief)
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#727
Obverse descriptionOn the obverse of the coin, the dove of peace, symbol of peace and harmony, holding an olive branch in its beak. All around, the inscriptions: `REPUBLIQUE DU CAMEROUN` - the issuing country, `2024` - the year of issue, `Ag 999 2 Oz` - the fineness of Silver and the weight of the coin and `2000 FRANCS CFA` - the face value.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringREPUBLIQUE DU CAMEROUN 2000 FRANCS CFA 2024 Ag 999 2 oz
(Translation: Republic of Cameroon)
Reverse descriptionThe reverse of the coin depicts the seven days of creation of the world according to the Bible. At the center of the coin is God, symbol of power and creator of all things. Surrounding Him are various images that depict the phases of creation. First, one can see the waters, symbol of life and purification, surrounding the center of creation. Then, the presence of the sun and the moon, symbols of day and night, represent the alternating natural elements that regulate the cycle of life. The trees and birds represent vegetation and animal life, symbols of prosperity and the diversity of divine creation. Lastly, the animal world, with its various species, bears witness to the richness and beauty of God`s creation. On the reverse, the inscriptions: `7 DAYS OF CREATION` - the name of the coin.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering7 DAYS OF CREATION
Edge
Mint
Mintage2024  - Antique Finish - 1 000
Catalog ID5012747590
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