10 Francs (Benedict XVI - Cologne) 2005 front 10 Francs (Benedict XVI - Cologne) 2005 back
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10 Francs Benedict XVI - Cologne

2005 year
Silver (.925) 25 g 38.61 mm
Description
Location
Democratic Republic of the Congo › Democratic Republic of the Congo (1997-date)
Issuing company
CIT
Period
Democratic Republic (1997-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2005
Value
10 Francs 10 CDF = USD 0.0035
Currency
Franc (1998-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
25 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#194642
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Pope Benedict XVI waving half facing at left, colored cross at upper right, Cologne Cathedral at lower right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: BENEDICTUS XVI - COLOGNE 2005

Comment

Cross made of gilded silverballs 24ct.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Francs (Benedict XVI - Cologne) 2005 silver coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the coat of arms of Pope Benedict XVI, who was the Bishop of Rome and the leader of the Catholic Church at the time the coin was minted. The coat of arms is surrounded by an intricate pattern that adds to the coin's aesthetic appeal, making it a sought-after collector's item for numismatists and fans of the Catholic Church.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2005  3000 - - - - - -

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