Catalogue
| Émetteur | Central African Republic |
|---|---|
| Année | 1985 |
| Type | Coin pattern |
| Valeur | 500 Francs CFA |
| Devise | CFA Franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Poids | 11 g |
| Diamètre | 30 mm |
| Épaisseur | |
| Forme | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | |
| Graveur(s) | |
| En circulation jusqu’à | |
| Référence(s) | KM#E6 |
| Description de l’avers | Native woman`s head half left |
|---|---|
| Écriture de l’avers | Latin |
| Légende de l’avers |
ESSAI BANQUE DES ETATS DE L`AFRIQUE CENTRALE (Translation: Pattern Bank of Central African States) |
| Description du revers | Plant divides denomination and date |
| Écriture du revers | Latin |
| Légende du revers |
REPUBLIQUE CENTRAFRICAINE 500 FRANCS 1985 (Translation: Central African republic 500 Francs 1985) |
| Tranche | Plain |
| Atelier |
Monnaie de Paris, Paris (and Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date) |
| Tirage |
1985 - - 1 700 |
| ID Numisquare | 7259110910 |
| Informations supplémentaires |
Historical Context: The 1985 500 Francs CFA Essai from the Central African Republic emerged during a period of political and economic flux under President André Kolingba. As an "Essai," this trial strike was not for general circulation, signifying a potential exploration of new coinage designs or denominations within the CEMAC monetary zone. Its existence points to monetary deliberation, perhaps an attempt to introduce a higher-value circulation coin, ultimately not adopted. Such pieces are invaluable historical artifacts, revealing unfulfilled monetary ambitions.
Artistry: While specific engraver details are often unrecorded, the design would likely adhere to European mint styles contracted by Francophone African nations. The obverse would feature the national identity