Gabon Coins
Gabon's official currency is the Central African CFA franc, shared with five other countries in the region. This monetary system has a rich history and unique characteristics that reflect the country's colonial past and economic evolution.
Current currency and its circulation
The Central African CFA franc, issued by the Bank of Central African States (BEAC), has been the legal tender in Gabon since 1945. Current denominations include coins of 1, 2, 5, 10, 10, 25, 50, 100 and 500 francs, as well as banknotes of 500, 1000, 2000, 5000 and 10000 francs. The currency is pegged to the euro with a fixed exchange rate, which provides monetary stability to the Gabonese economy.
Monetary and numismatic history
Prior to the introduction of the CFA franc, Gabon used several currencies, including the French franc during the colonial period. An important milestone in Gabonese numismatics was the issuance of commemorative coins in 1971 to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the country's independence. These pieces, minted in silver and gold, are highly valued by collectors. In addition, Gabon has occasionally issued collector coins highlighting the country's unique fauna and flora, contributing to its numismatic heritage.
| Country | Gabon |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Central African CFA franc (XAF) |
| 1€ | 655,86Fr |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital city | Libreville |
| ISO2 | GA |
| ISO3 | GAB |
| Catalogued coins | 22 |
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The most valuable coins
The most valuable Gabon 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
10 francs CFA (Independence)
25 francs CFA (Independence)
50 francs CFA (Independence)
100 francs CFA (Independence)
1.000 francs CFA
3.000 francs CFA
5.000 francs CFA
10.000 francs CFA
20.000 francs CFA
5.000 francs CFA
100 francs CFA
100 francs CFA
500 francs CFA
4.500 francos CFA (Oil drop)
4.500 francos CFA (Visit of Pope John Paul II)
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