Equatorial Guinea Coins
The official currency of Equatorial Guinea is the Central African CFA franc. This African country has an interesting numismatic history that reflects its colonial past and its evolution as an independent nation.
Monetary History
Before adopting the CFA franc, Equatorial Guinea used several currencies. During the Spanish colonial period, the Guinean peseta circulated. After independence in 1968, the country briefly introduced the ekwele as the national currency. In 1985, Equatorial Guinea joined the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC) and adopted the CFA franc as its official currency.
Relevant Numismatics
Equatorial Guinea has issued commemorative coins highlighting aspects of its culture and history. Among the most notable series are gold and silver coins minted to commemorate international sporting events and historical figures. In addition, the country has participated in international numismatic programs, such as the United Nations Endangered Species Program coin series, contributing to the conservation of local wildlife.
| Country | Equatorial Guinea |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Central African CFA franc (XAF) |
| 1€ | 655,75Fr |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital city | Malabo |
| ISO2 | GQ |
| ISO3 | GNQ |
| Catalogued coins | 28 |
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The most valuable coins
The most valuable Equatorial Guinea 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.
Coin Catalog
5 ekuele (Annobon-Fantasy Items)
5 pesetas guineanas
1 ekuele
2000 ekuele (1978 Soccer World Cup in Argentina)
1000 Francos CFA (Giraffe)
5 francos CFA
25 francos CFA
100 francos CFA
1 peseta guineana
5 bipkwele
10000 ekuele (1978 Soccer World Cup in Argentina)
200 pesetas guineanas (World Cup-Mexico 1970)
100 pesetas guineanas (Goya's Maja Desnuda (Nude Maja))
1 ekwele
50 bipkwele
200 pesetas guineanas (First president Francisco Macías)
50 francos CFA
5 ekuele
1000 Francos CFA (Giraffe)
25 bipkwele
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