24/08/2026
This is a genuinely historic release: the first commemorative coin ever issued in the world dedicated to Lord Ram, the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu, officially struck as legal tender by the Republic of Cameroon with a face value of 1000 Francs CFA. This coin marks a numismatic first, giving devotees and collectors worldwide the opportunity to own a genuinely unprecedented piece of devotional coinage.
The obverse features an extraordinarily detailed, fully colorized portrait of Shri Ram, adorned in intricate golden jewelry, a crown, and surrounded by vibrant marigold, purple, and green floral garlands, with the devotional inscription “जय श्री राम” (Jai Shri Ram) repeated around the coin’s border against a deep green background. The reverse carries the official Republic of Cameroon coat of arms, the denomination “1000 FRANCS CFA,” and the year of issue, 2025, confirming its status as officially sanctioned government legal tender.
A remarkable optical illusion effect: this coin has been specially engraved so that Lord Ram’s eyes appear to follow and meet your gaze from whichever angle you view the coin — a striking visual effect achieved through precise micro-engraving of the pupils and iris detail. This technique, more commonly associated with fine portrait art and select premium numismatic issues, adds a genuinely captivating, almost lifelike quality to the coin that significantly elevates both its devotional impact and its display appeal.
Technical Specifications:
Issuing Country: Cameroon
Face Value: 1000 Francs CFA
Year: 2025
Weight: 1 oz (31.1 grams)
Metal: Silver
Fineness: 999/1000 (pure silver)
Size: 40mm
Quality: Antiqued finish with full coloring
Mintage: Strictly limited to only 108 pieces worldwide
