Djibouti 40 Francs (40th Anniversary of Independence) Banknote - 2017
Celebrate the Emerald Jubilee of Djibouti's independence with this rare and beautiful commemorative banknote. Issued in 2017 by the Central Bank of Djibouti, this 40 Francs note honors the nation's 40th anniversary of independence with intricate designs and vibrant colors.
Key Features:
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Issuer: Djibouti (Republic, 1977–present)
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Issuing Bank: Central Bank of Djibouti
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Type: Circulating Commemorative Banknote
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Year: 2017
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Value: 40 Francs
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Currency: Djibouti Franc
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Composition: Paper
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Shape: Rectangular
Design Details:
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Obverse:
- Features a whale shark (Rhincodon typus) swimming to the left, with a coral reef in the background.
- The bank’s logo is placed at the upper left.
- Text is displayed in both French and Arabic, including the anniversary message: "40th Anniversary of Independence."
- Serial numbers printed in red and black.
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Reverse:
- Depicts ships and cranes at the center, with an aerial view of Djibouti's port in the background.
- The anniversary logo is featured at the upper left, and an outline of Djibouti is shown at the upper right.
- Includes a warning against counterfeiting, stating penalties of 20 years of imprisonment and a fine of 50,000,000 FDJ for offenders.
Commemorative Issue:
This special-edition banknote is part of the "Independence Anniversary" series and celebrates Djibouti's 40th anniversary of independence (1977–2017).
Scripts and Languages:
The banknote includes Arabic and Latin scripts, reflecting the country's linguistic heritage.
Translation of Lettering:
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Obverse:
- Central Bank of Djibouti. Forty Francs. 40th Anniversary of Independence. The Governor.
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Reverse:
- Central Bank of Djibouti. Republic of Djibouti. Emerald Jubilee. Forty Francs. Counterfeiters will be punished with twenty years of imprisonment and a fine of 50,000,000 FDJ.
