Central African Republic Coins
The Central African Republic currently uses the Central African CFA franc as its official currency. This monetary system has a rich history and has undergone several changes over time, reflecting the political and economic evolution of the country.
Current currency and its history
The Central African CFA franc, issued by the Bank of Central African States (BEAC), has been the currency in circulation since 1945. Initially known as the "franc of the French Colonies of Africa", it evolved to become the "franc of the African Financial Community" after the country's independence in 1960. The fixed parity with the euro (1 euro = 655,957 CFA francs) has been an important feature of this currency since 1999.
Numismatic milestones
Prior to the adoption of the CFA franc, the Central African Republic used various currencies, including the French franc during the colonial period. A significant milestone in the country's numismatics was the issuance of commemorative coins in the 1970s, celebrating Central African culture and history. In 2022, the Central African Republic made history by becoming the first African country to adopt bitcoin as legal tender, marking a turning point in its monetary evolution.
| Country | Central African Republic |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Central African CFA franc (XAF) |
| 1€ | 655,79Fr |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital city | Bangui |
| ISO2 | CF |
| ISO3 | CAF |
| Catalogued coins | 33 |
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The most valuable coins
The most valuable Central African Republic coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
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1000 francs CFA (10th Anniversary of Independence)
3000 francs CFA (Martin Luther King)
5000 francs CFA ( 1972 Munich Olympics)
10000 francs CFA ( 25th Anniversary of the United Nations)
20000 francs CFA ( 25th Anniversary of the United Nations)
100 francs CFA
100 francs CFA
100 francs CFA
500 francs CFA
1.500 francs FCA
4.500 francs CFA (John Paul II)
1000 francs CFA (Wildlife protection - Piliocolobus Foai)
1000 francs CFA (Exotic Butterflies - Forester Gold Banded)
100 francs CFA (Panda)
100 francs CFA (Baobab)
100 francs CFA (Great Barrier Reef)
100 francs CFA (Blue whale)
100 francs CFA (Polar bear)
100 francs CFA (Rafflesia)
1000 francs CFA (Piliocolobus Foai)
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