Coin Pièce Central African States 200 francs Bi-metallic 2024 A Paris

This 200 CFA Franc coin was issued in 2024 by the Bank of Central African States (BEAC), whose issuing institution is located in Paris, with minting carried out at the A mint workshop.

The coin is made of bimetal, a manufacturing technique combining two distinct metal alloys within the same coin, generally composed of a centre and a ring of different materials. This process gives the coin particular visual and security characteristics, making counterfeiting more difficult.

In terms of technical specifications, the coin has a diameter of 27 mm and a weight of 8.1 grams, common dimensions for a circulation coin of this type in the CFA franc zone.

The theme depicted on this coin is that of the Researcher, a figure symbolising the pursuit of knowledge, scientific or intellectual research. This motif is part of an effort to promote certain professions or values within the BEAC member states, grouping several Central African countries that use the CFA Franc as their common currency.

The face value of this coin is 200 CFA Francs, making it an intermediate denomination in the monetary system of the BEAC zone.