Djibouti 100 Francs 2002

History

100 Francs 2002, KM# 39, Djibouti, 25th Anniversary of Independence of Djibouti

Obverse. Photo © Heritage Auctions

Description

Djibouti, formally known as the Republic of Djibouti, is situated in the Horn of Africa. It shares borders with Somalia to the south, Ethiopia to the southwest, Eritrea to the north, and is surrounded by the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden to the east. The country covers an area of 23,200 km2 (8,958 sq mi).

Independence Day in Djibouti, celebrated annually on 27 June, holds significant national importance, marking the territory's liberation from French colonial rule. Following a referendum held on 8 May 1977, which saw the French Territory of the Afars and the Issas declare independence, Djibouti emerged as an independent nation. This day is commemorated with a national holiday, granting workers a day of rest. Festivities include military parades, fireworks, concerts, fairs, and political speeches, along with various public and private events honoring Djibouti's rich history and culture.

Obverse	Coat of arms Djibouti Flag Djibouti Military Machete Depicts the national arms within the wreath, in front of the flag of Djibouti, country name in French above, date and inscription "25th Anniversary of Independence" in French below. Djibouti adopted its national emblem upon gaining independence from France on June 27, 1977. The emblem features laurel branches on the sides and encloses a vertical spear with a shield in front. Below the shield, two hands holding large machetes represent the nation's main ethnic groups, the Afar and the Issa. At the top of the spear is a red star, symbolizing unity between the Issa and Afar peoples. The national flag of Djibouti is a horizontal flag bicolor with equal bands of light blue and light green, with a white, equilateral triangle at the hoist. In the center of the triangle is a red star. REPUBLIQUE DE DJIBOUTI 1977-2002 25éme ANNIVERSAIRE DE L'INDEPENDANCE
Reverse	Colorised Depicts the colored word "EGALITE" in French as part of the motto, with the value positioned above it, while the complete motto "Unity, Equality, Peace" in French surrounds it. · UNITE · · · EGALITE · · · PAIX · É GA LITÉ FRANCS 100
Edge	Plain