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| Issuer | Bank of Central African States (BEAC) |
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| Year | 2025 |
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| Value | 500 Francs CFA |
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| Obverse description | The obverse presents a modernist, graphically driven rectangular design dominated by a central circular element rendered with concentric rings and vertical striations, evoking a radar or lens motif, within which a stylised geometric emblem is visible in the field. The denomination '500' appears in large outlined block numerals at the left and right corners, with the legend 'CFA / REPUBLIQUE / DU CAMEROUN' inscribed in bold uppercase Latin lettering in each quadrant, repeated in both upright and inverted orientations to create a rotational symmetry. Curved parallel lines radiate from the central disc toward the corners, lending the composition a dynamic, storm-inspired aesthetic consistent with the coin's thematic title. The inscription '2025 mw Ag 999' appears in microprint along the inner bezel of the central circular motif, recording the date, mintmark of the Mint of Poland, and silver fineness. The overall design employs laser frosting and digital printing techniques to achieve contrasting matte and reflective surface textures. |
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| Edge | Plain |
| Mint | (mw) Mint of Poland (Mennica Polska), Warsaw, Poland (1766-date) |
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