20 Francs (Archaeopteryx) 2021 front 20 Francs (Archaeopteryx) 2021 back
20 Francs (Archaeopteryx) 2021 photo
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20 Francs Archaeopteryx

2021 year
Silver (.9999) 31.1 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Democratic Republic of the Congo › Democratic Republic of the Congo (1997-date)
Period
Democratic Republic (1997-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2021
Value
20 Francs 20 CDF = USD 0.0070
Currency
Franc (1998-date)
Composition
Silver (.9999)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#303374
Rarity index
75%

Reverse

Image of an Archaeopteryx with its wings spread out perched on a branch with date above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PREHISTORIC LIFE
ARCHAEOPTERYX
152-145 MIO YEARS BC
2021
TRIASSIC 250-200 MIO. YEARS BC
JURASSIC 200-145 MIO. YEARS BC
CRETACEOUS 145-66 MIO. YEARS BC

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 20 Francs (Archaeopteryx) 2021 coin from the Democratic Republic of the Congo features a unique design that showcases the Archaeopteryx, a prehistoric bird that lived during the Late Jurassic period, approximately 150 million years ago. The coin's design is based on a well-preserved fossil of the Archaeopteryx found in Germany, and it showcases the bird's distinctive feathers and wings. The coin's obverse side features the coat of arms of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, while the reverse side features the Archaeopteryx design. This coin is a fascinating piece for collectors interested in prehistoric life and unique coin designs.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2021  10000 - - - - - -

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