500 Francs 2013 (Front: Stylised sawfish which is a reproduction of the bronze figurine which was formerly used to weigh the gold powder among Akan people. It symbolises prosperity and fruitfulness in African mythologies. Computerization in West Africa: hand touching a touch tablet PC which is connected to West African countries on the outline map of Africa. Back: Two Hippopotamuses. Watermark: Stylized sawfish; Electrotype "500". Signatures: Tiémoko Meyliet Koné (Le Gouverneur) Tiéna Coulibaly (Le Président du Conseil des Ministres). Dominant colours: Orange, brown, lime and purple. Security thread: Vertical, segmented, 1mm wide, with repeated incriptions 'UMOA 500'. Issuer: Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO). Date of First Issue: 30 November 2012) (Serial Nos: T 1370xxxxxxx) UNC
Dimensions: 115 x 60 mm
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Catalogue Number: P-819Tb (West African States)
Grade/condition: Uncirculated (UNC) (new, unused, mint)
Dimensions: 115 x 60 mm
LARGER SAMPLE PHOTO: CLICK HERE
Catalogue Number: P-819Tb (West African States)
Grade/condition: Uncirculated (UNC) (new, unused, mint)