1000 Francs (Year of the Dragon; gilded)
Cameroon (1960-date) • 1000 Francs CFA • Gold plated silver (.999) • 2012
- Denomination
- 1000 Francs CFA
- Issuer
- Cameroon (1960-date)
- Struck
- 2012
- Composition
- Gold plated silver (.999)
- Currency
- CFA franc
- Weight
- 20 g
- Diameter
- 38.61 mm
- Catalog refs
- KM 52
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Where it came from
The 2012 1000 Francs CFA coin from Cameroon was minted as part of a series commemorating the Lunar Year of the Dragon. Issued during a period when the Cameroonian government frequently partnered with international private mints to produce commemorative bullion for the global numismatic market, this piece reflects a broader trend of utilizing thematic Chinese zodiac motifs to appeal to international collectors. Its design incorporates traditional cultural iconography of the dragon, rendered with a gilded finish to heighten the visual impact of the relief work.
The design of this specific issue focused on blending the national identity of Cameroon with the universally recognizable artistry of the Chinese zodiac. By employing selective gilding on a silver-plated or base-metal core, the mint sought to create an object that felt both commemorative and decorative. While these coins circulated primarily through hobbyist markets rather than as legal tender for daily commerce, they were received as standard examples of modern thematic coinage produced under contract for the Cameroonian treasury.
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