5 Francs (Octopus) 2004 front 5 Francs (Octopus) 2004 back
5 Francs (Octopus) 2004 photo
© ALAMIR

5 Francs Octopus

2004 year
Copper-nickel 25.6 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
2004
Value
5 Francs 5 CDF = USD 0.0018
Currency
Franc (1998-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
25.6 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#315008
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LES ANIMAUX D'EXCEPTION
Polype
2004

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 5 Francs (Octopus) 2004 coin from the Democratic Republic of the Congo features an octopus on its reverse side, which is an unusual and unique design choice for a coin.