10 Francs (Essai) 1965 front 10 Francs (Essai) 1965 back
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10 Francs Essai

1965 year
Aluminium 2.83 g 30.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Democratic Republic of the Congo › Republic of the Congo (Léopoldville) (1960-1971)
Period
Democratic Republic (1964-1971)
Type
Pattern
Year
1965
Value
10 Francs
Currency
Franc (1960-1967)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
2.83 g
Diameter
30.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#178180
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Lion's head motif

Script: Latin

Lettering:
JUSTICE PAIX TRAVAIL
CvD

Translation: Justice Peace Work

Engraver: Carlos Van Dionant

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Francs (Essai) 1965 from Democratic Republic of the Congo › Republic of the Congo (Léopoldville) (1960-1971) made of Aluminium weighing 2.83 g is a rare and unique coin, with only a few samples known to exist. It was minted in 1965 as a trial coin, and it features a distinctive design that sets it apart from other coins in the series. The obverse of the coin features the coat of arms of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, while the reverse features the denomination and the year of minting. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1965  - - - - - -

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