5 Francs CFA, Central African States

5 Francs CFA, Central African States, 1973-2003 obverse image5 Francs CFA, Central African States, 1973-2003 reverse image
5 Francs CFA coin main info

Main information

  • Country:
    Central African States flagCentral African States
  • Years of Minting:
    1973-2003
  • Period:
    n/a
  • 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 CFA Reference Price

Reference Price

$4.49-$29.99

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

5 Francs CFA Coin Design

Coin Design

Reverse

Description:

Denomination within a wreath

Engraver:

Robert Cochet, Gabriel Bernard, Lucien Bazor

Designer:

n/a

Obverse

Description:

Giant Elands with the date below

Engraver:

n/a

Designer:

n/a

Edge

Description:

Smooth

5 Francs CFA Lettering

Lettering

Obverse:

BANQUE DES ETATS DE L'AFRIQUE CENTRALE 1973

Reverse:

5 FRANCS

5 Francs CFA Physical Feature

Physical Feature

Composition

Aluminium bronze

Size

5 Francs CFA sizes
  • Weight:3 g
  • Diameter:20 mm
  • Thickness:1.47 mm
  • Edge:Smooth

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