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Central African States 100 Francs CFA — obverse
Obverse
Central African States 100 Francs CFA — reverse
Reverse
100 Francs CFA

Central African States 100 Francs CFA

Central African States (Bank of Central African States - BEAC) · 2006

A bimetallic coin featuring a silver-colored center and a gold-colored outer ring, used in several Central African nations.

Country
Central African States (Bank of Central African States - BEAC)
Year
2006
Denomination
100 Francs CFA
Metal
Bimetallic: Stainless steel center in a brass ring

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Overview

A bimetallic coin featuring a silver-colored center and a gold-colored outer ring, used in several Central African nations.

Historical significance

The CFA Franc is a currency used in eight independent states in Central Africa (Cameroon, CAR, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, and Gabon). This bimetallic series was introduced in 2006 to modernize the coinage of the CEMAC (Central African Economic and Monetary Community) region.

Obverse (front)

Numeric value '100' above 'FCFA' in the center. Surrounding legend on the brass ring: 'BANQUE DES ÉTATS DE L'AFRIQUE CENTRALE'.

Reverse (back)

Floral arrangement (coffee and other tropical plants) under '100 FRANCS'. Legend 'CEMAC' at the top and the date '2006' at the bottom.

Estimated value

$0.50 - $1.00 in circulated condition; $2.00 - $4.00 in Uncirculated condition.

What drives this coin's value

Condition and eye appeal are the primary value drivers, as this is a modern, high-mintage circulation coin.

Grade assessment

Extremely Fine / About Uncirculated (minimal wear, strong details, some surface marks).

Mintage & rarity

Common; high mintage for regional circulation.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for magnetic properties (the steel center should be strongly magnetic) and crisp lettering in the legends.

Notable varieties & errors

None commonly reported for this year.

Similar coins

The West African States (BCEAO) 100 Francs is similar but features a different design (a man with a mask) and different legends.

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges; avoid cleaning or polishing which can strip the original luster. Store in a cool, dry place inside a non-PVC coin holder.