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25 000 Francs CFA Samantabhadra Bodhisattva
| Issuer | Chad |
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| Year | 2022 |
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| Value | 25 000 Francs CFA |
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| Obverse description | Central field features the Coat of Arms of Chad, surrounded by eight Buddhist Guardian Gods rendered in high relief, with elements of the Chinese Zodiac Calendar arranged in the periphery. The overall composition is framed within an octagonal border, combining Central African state heraldry with East Asian iconographic motifs. The legend encircling the design reads REPUBLIQUE DU TCHAD along with the denomination 25000 FRANCS CFA and the date. |
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| Obverse lettering | REPUBLIQUE DU TCHAD 2024 25000 FRANCS CFA (Translation: Republic of Chad) |
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Chad has no meaningful Buddhist tradition, and the Samantabhadra Bodhisattva has no historical connection to the country whatsoever. This coin exists purely as a modern bullion collectible issued under Chad's nominal authority for the international numismatic market — a practice common among smaller CFA-zone nations that license their minting rights to private producers, typically European, who design and distribute pieces aimed at Asian collectors. The 5 oz silver cladding over a copper core keeps material costs down while allowing an impressive physical format.