Cameroon 1000 francs Year of the Rooster series Chinese Symbols silver coin 2017

The Cameroon 1000 Francs CFA Year of the Rooster – Chinese Symbols silver coin, issued in 2017, is a refined commemorative piece inspired by the Chinese lunar calendar and traditional Eastern philosophy. This coin celebrates the Year of the Rooster, a symbol of confidence, vigilance, and determination, presented through a harmonious blend of vivid color and calm symbolic imagery.

The reverse features a striking colored rooster in mid-motion, wings fully spread and feathers rendered in warm tones of red, gold, and brown. The dynamic pose conveys energy, pride, and readiness, while the detailed plumage emphasizes artistic depth. Beside the rooster appears the Chinese character for “Rooster,” highlighted in gold. Subtle cloud motifs and a circular background element enhance the sense of balance and movement, adding cultural richness to the composition.

The obverse presents a serene symbolic scene with smooth stacked stones, bamboo stalks, and a yin-yang emblem, representing harmony, balance, and continuity. Surrounding the central imagery are Chinese characters accompanied by their meanings: love, wealth, and longevity. These elements are set against a mirror-like Proof surface that accentuates the frosted relief. At the lower edge, inscriptions include the country name, year, and denomination.

Struck in silver with Proof quality, this coin is an excellent addition for collectors of lunar calendar issues, Chinese symbolism, and modern world silver coinage, combining aesthetic elegance with cultural meaning.

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