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| Issuer | Banque Centrale des États de l'Afrique de l'Ouest (BCEAO) |
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| Year | 1992 |
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| Value | 30 000 Francs CFA (30 000) |
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| Obverse description | The national arms of Benin displayed centrally in the field, featuring a quartered shield supported by two rampant lions, with a star above each supporter and a palm tree in the lower quarters. A ribbon beneath the shield bears the national motto in the legend. The denomination '30 000 FRANCS CFA' appears prominently in the lower portion of the field. The country name 'REPUBLIQUE DU BENIN' arcs along the upper periphery as a circular legend. |
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| Reverse description | A stylized relief map of the African continent positioned to the left of center, set against a radiant sunburst emanating from the right side of the field, with bold rays extending across the entire reverse in a dramatic composition symbolizing democratic renewal. The legend 'REPUBLIQUE DU BENIN' arcs along the upper periphery, while the inscription 'RENOUVEAU DEMOCRATIQUE' is prominently displayed across the lower field. Two small five-pointed stars flank the design as decorative separators within the legend. |
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| Reverse lettering | * REPUBLIQUE DU BENIN * RENOUVEAU DEMOCRATIQUE (Translation: * Republic of Benin * Democratic Renewal) |
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