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3000 Francs CFA The Storm on Galilee by Rembrandt

3000 Francs CFA (The Storm on Galilee by Rembrandt) - obverse3000 Francs CFA (The Storm on Galilee by Rembrandt) - reverse

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Features

Issuer Chad
Period Republic (1960-date)
Type Non-circulating coins
Year 2023
Value 3000 Francs CFA
3000 XAF = USD 5.27
Currency CFA franc (Bank of Central African States, 1973-date)
Composition Gold (.999)
Weight 0.031 g
Size 16 × 13 mm
Shape Rectangular
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Number
N#
565110

Obverse

Coat of arms of Chad, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
RÉPUBLIQUE DU TCHAD
UNITE PROGRES TRAVAIL
3000 FRANCS CFA
999/1000 FINE GOLD

Translation:
Republic of Chad
Unity Progress Work

Reverse

“The Storm on the Sea of Galilee” is notable as the only seascape painted by Rembrandt and one of his few works with a biblical theme. Its theft in 1990 added to its mystique and fame, as the painting remains missing. The dynamic portrayal of a biblical miracle and the interplay of light, movement, and emotional expression has influenced generations of artists and continues to inspire viewers today.

Script: Latin

Lettering: Rembrandt

Comments

 

The Storm on the Sea of Galilee” is known for its vivid imagery of a biblical event and the exploration of themes in faith and nature against human frailty. Completed by Dutch Golden Age painter Rembrandt van Rijn in 1633

“The Storm on the Sea of Galilee” is notable as the only seascape painted by Rembrandt and one of his few works with a biblical theme. Its theft in 1990 added to its mystique and fame, as the painting remains missing. The dynamic portrayal of a biblical miracle and the interplay of light, movement, and emotional expression have influenced generations of artists and continue to inspire viewers today.

The artwork features the biblical story from the Gospel of Mark (4:35-41), where Jesus calms a storm on the Sea of Galilee.

This exclusive rectangular coin bar masterfully captures the essence of Rembrandt's "The Storm on the Sea of Galilee", immortalized in 999/1000 fine gold. Every detail of the painting is depicted with the utmost precision on this bar, making it an indispensable collector's item for art and coin lovers. Presented in a protective coin card, this bar offers a unique opportunity to own and appreciate a piece of art history.

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Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (2023)  50 000 Prooflike

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Bullion value: USD 4.31 Search tips
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Actual gold weight: 0.001 oz
Current gold price: 4328.62 USD/oz (see gold price )

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