10 Francs (Swiss Guard) 2006 front 10 Francs (Swiss Guard) 2006 back
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10 Francs Swiss Guard

2006 year
Silver (.925) 25 g 45 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
2006
Value
10 Francs 10 CDF = USD 0.0035
Currency
Franc (1998-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
25 g
Diameter
45 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#194643
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

A coloured Swiss Guard standing taking oath on flag.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GARDE
SUISSE
PONTIFICALE
1506 - 2006

Interesting fact

The 10 Francs (Swiss Guard) 2006 coin is unique in that it features a portrait of the Pope, Benedict XVI, on one side and the Swiss Guard emblem on the other. This coin was minted to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the Swiss Guard, a military unit that has served as the Pope's personal guard since 1506.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2006  2500 - - - - - -

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