目录
| 发行方 | Central African Republic |
|---|---|
| 年份 | 1985 |
| 类型 | Coin pattern |
| 面值 | 500 Francs CFA |
| 货币 | CFA Franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date) |
| 材质 | Copper-nickel |
| 重量 | 11 g |
| 直径 | 30 mm |
| 厚度 | |
| 形状 | Round |
| 制作工艺 | Milled |
| 方向 | |
| 雕刻师 | |
| 流通至 | |
| 参考资料 | KM#E6 |
| 正面描述 | Native woman`s head half left |
|---|---|
| 正面文字 | Latin |
| 正面铭文 |
ESSAI BANQUE DES ETATS DE L`AFRIQUE CENTRALE (Translation: Pattern Bank of Central African States) |
| 背面描述 | Plant divides denomination and date |
| 背面文字 | Latin |
| 背面铭文 |
REPUBLIQUE CENTRAFRICAINE 500 FRANCS 1985 (Translation: Central African republic 500 Francs 1985) |
| 边缘 | Plain |
| 铸币厂 |
Monnaie de Paris, Paris (and Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date) |
| 铸造量 |
1985 - - 1 700 |
| Numisquare 编号 | 7259110910 |
| 附加信息 |
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