10 Francs (Amerigo Vespucci) 2005 front 10 Francs (Amerigo Vespucci) 2005 back
10 Francs (Amerigo Vespucci) 2005 photo
© Rojomano

10 Francs Amerigo Vespucci

2005 year
Plastic (acrylic) 39 g 50 mm
Description
Issuer
Democratic Republic of the Congo › Democratic Republic of the Congo (1997-date)
Period
Democratic Republic (1997-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2005
Value
10 Francs 10 CDF = USD 0.0035
Currency
Franc (1998-date)
Composition
Plastic (acrylic)
Weight
39 g
Diameter
50 mm
Thickness
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#93128
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Sailing training vessel Amergo Vespucci

Lettering:
REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO
10 FRANCS
2005

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Francs (Amerigo Vespucci) 2005 coin from the Democratic Republic of the Congo is made of acrylic, a type of plastic that is lightweight and durable. This is an interesting fact because it is not common for coins to be made of plastic, and it highlights the country's effort to create a unique and innovative currency.