5 Francs
| Bronze | 6 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rwanda |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | National Bank of Rwanda (Banki Nkuru/Nasiyonali y'u Rwanda) |
| Period | Republic (1962-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1964-1965 |
| Value | 5 Francs (5 RWF) |
| Currency | Franc (1964-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1970 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#8980 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Head of Grégoire Kayibanda facing front-right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANQUE · NATIONALE · DU · RWANDA
CVD
· 1964 ·
Translation: National Bank of Rwanda.
Engraver: Carlos van Dionant
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Francs coin from Rwanda was designed by the famous French engraver and sculptor, Auguste C. L. B. C. Patey. Patey was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the French franc coin. The coin features a portrait of King Kigeli V Ndahindurwa on the obverse side, while the reverse side features a traditional Rwandan hut and a coffee tree. The coin was minted in bronze and weighs 6 grams, as .
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1965 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Francs 1964-1965 coin.
