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Reverse © gegeone
100 Amafaranga Kwita Izina
2010 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1035 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Rwanda |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 100 Francs 100 RWF = USD 0.07 |
| Currency | Franc (1964-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1035 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#61412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Three traditional baskets.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MOUNTAIN GORILLAS OF RWANDA ONE HUNDRED FRANCS ••••• ☀ •••••
Comment
Kwita Izina is a Rwandan ceremony where a newborn gorilla is given a name, according to an ancestral naming ceremony. The main aim of these ceremonies is to help monitor individual gorillas and their groups in their natural habitat. It's a way of drawing attention both locally and internationally to the importance of protecting mountain gorillas and their habitats.
Interesting fact
The 100 Amafaranga (Kwita Izina) 2010 coin from Rwanda is unique in that it features a rare depiction of a baby gorilla on its reverse side, highlighting Rwanda's commitment to conservation efforts and protection of endangered species.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Amafaranga (Kwita Izina) 2010 coin.
