Gabon – 1960 – 10 Francs – Independence – Gold Proof – NGC PF68 Ultra Cameo

Gabon 1960 – 10 Francs Gold Proof for Independence

This 10-franc gold coin was minted in 1960 to commemorate Gabon’s independence . The country gained its independence from France on August 17, 1960. This historic date is inscribed on the reverse of the coin.

The front side features a portrait of Léon M’ba , the first president of the Republic of Gabon. Below the portrait is the year 1960. The inscription reads “PRESIDENT LEON MBA – REPUBLIQUE GABONAISE”.

The reverse side features the Gabonese coat of arms. Below it is the face value of 10 francs . The inscription “INDEPENDANCE 17 AOÛT 1960” commemorates August 17, 1960, the day of independence.

Small gold coin with a mintage of only 500

With a weight of 4.20 g , a fineness of .900 gold and a fine gold weight of 3.78 g , the 10 Francs is the smallest gold coin in the four-part series commemorating the independence of Gabon.

The mintage is limited to only 500. The piece offered here has been certified by NGC with PF68 Ultra Cameo . The Ultra Cameo designation refers to the exceptionally strong contrast between the frosted motifs and the deeply reflective fields of a proof strike.

The combination of the low mintage, the historical occasion, the attractive proof finish and the high NGC grading makes this 10 Francs gold coin an interesting issue for collectors of modern African gold coins.

Technical data

• Country: Gabon
• Year: 1960
• Face value: 10 francs
• Occasion: Gabon’s independence
• Material: Gold
• Fineness: .900
• Weight: 4.20 g
• Fine gold weight: 3.78 g / approx. 0.122 oz
• Diameter: 19 mm
• Minting quality: Proof
• Mintage: 500
• Grading: NGC PF68 Ultra Cameo
• NGC Certificate: 8227255-004