5 Francs, Central African States

5 Francs, Central African States, 1958 obverse image5 Francs, Central African States, 1958 reverse image
5 Francs coin main info

Main information

  • Country:
    Central African States flagCentral African States
  • Years of Minting:
    1958
  • Period:
    French Union (1946-1958)
  • Coin Type:
    Standard circulation coin
  • Edge:
    Smooth
  • Shape:
    Round
  • Technique:
    Milled
  • Mint:
    Monnaie de Paris, Paris (and Pessac starting 1973), France (864-date)
5 Francs Reference Price

Reference Price

$0.99-$71.44

The actual value of the coin may differ depending on its condition, luster, rarity, and other factors. This is a rough estimation.

5 Francs Coin Design

Coin Design

Reverse

Description:

Denomination within wreath of major Cameroonian crops, including cotton, coffee, cocoa and grains.

Engraver:

Lucien Georges Bazor

Designer:

n/a

Obverse

Description:

Three giant elands left, date below

Engraver:

Lucien Georges Bazor

Designer:

n/a

Edge

Description:

Smooth

5 Francs Lettering

Lettering

Obverse:

AFRIQUE EQUATORIALE FRANCAISE INSTITUT D'EMISSION G.B.L.BAZOR 1958 CAMEROUN

Reverse:

5 FRANCS

5 Francs Physical Feature

Physical Feature

Composition

Aluminium bronze

Size

5 Francs sizes
  • Weight:3 g
  • Diameter:20 mm
  • Thickness:1.36 mm
  • Edge:Smooth

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