🇧🇫 1994 Burkina Faso 500 Francs Banknote – Agriculture, Water Management & Regional Identity
Pick# 310Cd | Numista# 204252
Issued by the Central Bank of West African States (Banque Centrale des États de l’Afrique de l’Ouest – BCEAO), the 1994 500 Francs CFA banknote represents Burkina Faso’s role in the West African Monetary Union. This note blends rural development, infrastructure, and shared economic vision, reflecting the values of the eight-member currency bloc.
🖼️ Design Highlights
Obverse: Features a portrait of a man at right, with a flood control dam in the background—symbolizing the importance of water infrastructure in Burkina Faso’s agricultural economy.
Reverse: Depicts a farmer operating a tractor, highlighting the role of mechanized farming and rural modernization.
Color Scheme: Warm brown and green tones, with multicolored underprint and intricate engraving.
📌 Key Specifications
Feature Description
Country Burkina Faso (West African States)
Issuer BCEAO – Central Bank of West African States
Year of Issue 1994 (serial prefix C = Burkina Faso)
Denomination 500 Francs CFA (XOF)
Pick Number P# 310Cd
Numista Catalog N# 204252
Printer Banque de France, Paris
Size 139 × 78 mm
Material Paper
Watermark Stylized human head
Security Features UV-fluorescent ink, microtext, fine-line engraving
Demonetized 31 December 2004
🎁 Why Collect This Note?
The 1994 Burkina Faso 500 Francs note is a vivid example of regional cooperation and national development, ideal for:
Collectors of CFA Franc or West African currency
Enthusiasts of agricultural and infrastructure themes
Gifts for those born in 1994 or with ties to Burkina Faso
Whether you're drawn to its symbolic imagery, shared economic history, or distinctive design, this note is a meaningful addition to any African or world currency collection.
