Benin 1000 francs St Petersburg Lighthouse PR70 PCGS silver coin 2012

The Benin 1000 Francs St Petersburg Lighthouse silver coin 2012 is a commemorative issue dedicated to the famous Rostral Columns of St. Petersburg. Certified PR70DCAM by PCGS, it highlights one of the city’s most symbolic landmarks, originally built in the 19th century as navigational beacons and monuments to maritime achievements. The reverse depicts the red rostral column with sculpted ship prows and a flaming torch at the top, standing on the granite embankment of the Neva River. The background is decorated with a map of the world, crossed with grid lines to emphasize navigation and seafaring. A compass rose is placed in the foreground as an additional maritime symbol. Along the edge, the full inscription “SAINT PETERSBOURG – RUSSIE” is engraved, with the year 2012 placed to the right. The obverse shows the Coat of Arms of Benin, supported by two heraldic leopards and quartered into four sections: castle, star with cross, palm tree, and ship. Below is the motto Fraternité – Justice – Travail and the denomination 1000 Francs CFA. Struck in silver with Proof quality, this coin blends architectural commemoration with numismatic artistry.

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