Benin 1000 francs Soviet Singer Vysotskiy with the Wife colored silver coin 2020

The Benin 1000 Francs “Vladimir Vysotsky with His Wife” silver coin 2020 is a commemorative issue dedicated to the cultural legacy of one of the most influential Soviet-era performers. The reverse of the coin features a colored portrait of Vysotsky together with his wife, with the Eiffel Tower in the background, symbolizing their connection with Paris. The design is enriched by musical notes, a guitar, and fragments of handwritten text, reflecting Vysotsky’s career as a singer, poet, and actor. A decorative quill pen with red ink further emphasizes the artistic theme, while the year 2020 appears at the lower edge. The obverse shows the Coat of Arms of Benin, supported by two heraldic leopards and divided into four sections: a castle, a star with a cross, a palm tree, and a ship. The national motto Fraternité – Justice – Travail is inscribed on a ribbon below, together with the denomination 1000 Francs CFA. Struck in silver with a Proof finish, this coin is a meaningful collectible that combines numismatic art with cultural commemoration, appealing to collectors of world silver coins and musical heritage.

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