20 Francs 5th Anniversary of independence
1965 year| Gold (.900) | 6.452 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Democratic Republic of the Congo › Republic of the Congo (Léopoldville) (1960-1971) |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1964-1971) |
| President | Joseph Kasa-Vubu (1960-1965) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1965 |
| Value | 20 Francs |
| Currency | Franc (1960-1967) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 6.452 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#138637 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Event commemorated in lettering curved around top.
Two crossed palm trees.
Gold content below trees.
Face value below gold content.
Beading around outer edge.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
☆ V ANNIVERSAIRE DE L'INDEPENDANCE ☆
ARGOR 900/1000
20 FRS
1965
Translation:
5th ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE
GOLD 900/1000
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 5th anniversary of the independence of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (then known as the Republic of the Congo) from Belgium, which took place on June 30, 1960. The coin's design features a portrait of President Joseph Kasa-Vubu, who played a key role in the country's independence movement and was the first President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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