Cameroon 500 francs Fresco Great Flood Heavenly Angel Michelangelo Ag coin 2017

The Cameroon 500 Francs silver coin issued in 2017 is inspired by the dramatic Renaissance fresco The Great Flood, attributed to Michelangelo and created for the Sistine Chapel ceiling. This powerful biblical scene is transformed into an expressive rectangular silver coin that captures human struggle, divine judgment, and emotional intensity. The coin carries a face value of 500 francs and was officially issued by the Republic of Cameroon.

The obverse presents a detailed colored fragment of the fresco depicting the Great Flood. Numerous human figures are shown in desperation: people climbing rocks, embracing loved ones, carrying children, and seeking refuge from rising waters. In the background, a wooden structure resembling an ark is visible, while on the right side figures gather beneath a shelter-like form. Dynamic poses, muscular bodies, expressive gestures, and dramatic shading convey fear, hope, and survival. The artist’s signature appears near the lower edge, reinforcing the connection to classical Renaissance art.

The reverse is executed in Proof finish with a textured background and a polished rectangular center. It displays the inscriptions “REPUBLIQUE DU CAMEROUN,” the year “2017,” metal fineness marking “Ag 999,” and the denomination “500 FRANCS CFA,” arranged in a clean, modern layout that contrasts with the historic artwork.

Struck in silver with Proof quality, this coin is an outstanding collectible for admirers of Michelangelo, biblical themes, and fine art numismatics.

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