10 Francs CURTISS-Centenary of Aviation
2008 year| Silver plated copper | 18.9 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Democratic Republic of the Congo › Democratic Republic of the Congo (1997-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1997-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 10 Francs 10 CDF = USD 0.0035 |
| Currency | Franc (1998-date) |
| Composition | Silver plated copper |
| Weight | 18.9 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#90705 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Bust of CURTISS and early aircraft
Script: Latin
Lettering:
100th ANNIVERSARY
CURTISS
USA
OF AVIATION 1903-2003
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 10 Francs (CURTISS-Centenary of Aviation) 2008 coin from the Democratic Republic of the Congo features an image of the Wright Brothers' first powered flight, which took place on December 17, 1903.
