Benin 1000 francs Vladimir Vysotsky colored proof silver coin 2015

The Benin 1000 Francs colored silver coin of 2015 is a moving tribute to Vladimir Vysotsky, the legendary bard, poet, and actor who left an indelible mark on music and culture. The obverse of the coin is designed in proof quality with rich color accents: it presents a striking portrait of Vysotsky with a guitar in his hand, dressed in his familiar style, against a background shaped like a guitar’s silhouette. The scene also includes a silhouette of a man seated with a guitar, accompanied by the dates “1938–1980,” marking the span of his life. Musical ornaments and inscriptions in both Latin and Cyrillic alphabets — “VLADIMIR VYSOTSKY” and “ВЛАДИМИР ВЫСОЦКИЙ” — encircle the portrait. At the bottom, the year of issue “2015” is subtly integrated. The reverse bears the coat of arms of the Republic of Benin, featuring a quartered shield with a Somba castle, the Star of Benin, a palm tree, and a sailing ship, supported by two heraldic leopards. The motto “FRATERNITE – JUSTICE – TRAVAIL” is displayed on a ribbon beneath, along with the face value “1000 FRANCS CFA.” This proof silver coin, enhanced with color, celebrates Vysotsky’s enduring legacy and is a rare treasure for collectors of musical and cultural numismatics.

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