Cameroon 4500 CFA John Paul II IDAC 3 Africa Elephant MS68 PCGS silver coin 2005

The Cameroon 4500 CFA silver coin issued in 2005 is a distinguished commemorative piece dedicated to Pope John Paul II and the IDAC – International Day of Africa Cooperation, symbolizing unity, peace, and dialogue between nations of the African continent. This coin combines a powerful modern portrait with emblematic continental symbolism, making it both historically meaningful and visually compelling.

The obverse features a detailed portrait of Pope John Paul II, shown smiling gently with expressive facial features, fine hair texture, and carefully engraved contours. Around the portrait runs a Latin inscription, emphasizing his papal identity and global spiritual role. Below, the issuing country Cameroon and the denomination 4500 CFA are clearly engraved, completing the balanced composition.

The reverse displays a striking symbolic design: a map of the African continent with an African elephant positioned prominently at the center. The elephant, rendered with detailed ears, trunk, tusks, and textured skin, serves as a symbol of strength, wisdom, and African heritage. Surrounding inscriptions reference Central Africa, IDAC, the mission of the institute, and the theme “3 Africa,” reinforcing the coin’s message of cooperation and unity.

Struck in silver and finished to a high mint standard, this coin is certified by PCGS with an impressive MS68 grade, confirming excellent preservation and strong eye appeal. A meaningful addition for collectors of papal themes, African history, wildlife symbolism, and certified modern world coins.

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