© Maison Palombo
© Maison Palombo
1 Zaïre Essai
1970 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Democratic Republic of the Congo › Republic of the Congo (Léopoldville) (1960-1971) |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1964-1971) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1970 |
| Value | 1 Zaire (1 ZRZ) |
| Currency | Zaire (1967-1993) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#178182 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Military bust of President Joseph Desire Mobutu 3/4 facing, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRÉSIDENT JOSEPH-DÉSIRÉ MOBUTU
1970
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Zaïre (Essai) 1970 coin from the Democratic Republic of the Congo › Republic of the Congo (Léopoldville) (1960-1971) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of political transition for the country. In 1960, the Republic of the Congo gained its independence from Belgium, and in 1971, the name of the country was changed to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This coin was minted during this period of change, and its design reflects the country's new independence and identity.
