Katalog
| İhraççı | Central African Republic |
|---|---|
| Yıl | 1985 |
| Tür | Coin pattern |
| Değer | 500 Francs CFA |
| Para birimi | CFA Franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| Bileşim | Copper-nickel |
| Ağırlık | 11 g |
| Çap | 30 mm |
| Kalınlık | |
| Şekil | Round |
| Teknik | Milled |
| Yönlendirme | |
| Gravürcü(ler) | |
| Dolaşımda olduğu yıl | |
| Referans(lar) | KM#E6 |
| Ön yüz açıklaması | Native woman`s head half left |
|---|---|
| Ön yüz yazısı | Latin |
| Ön yüz lejandı |
ESSAI BANQUE DES ETATS DE L`AFRIQUE CENTRALE (Translation: Pattern Bank of Central African States) |
| Arka yüz açıklaması | Plant divides denomination and date |
| Arka yüz yazısı | Latin |
| Arka yüz lejandı |
REPUBLIQUE CENTRAFRICAINE 500 FRANCS 1985 (Translation: Central African republic 500 Francs 1985) |
| Kenar | Plain |
| Darphane |
Monnaie de Paris, Paris (and Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date) |
| Basma adedi |
1985 - - 1 700 |
| Numisquare Kimliği | 7259110910 |
| Ek bilgiler |
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