50 Makutas 5 Years of J.D. Mobutu's Presidency; Brass Gilt Proof Issue
1970 year| Brass (Gilt) | - | - |
| Issuer | Democratic Republic of the Congo › Republic of the Congo (Léopoldville) (1960-1971) |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Republic (1964-1971) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1970 |
| Value | 50 Makuta (0.50 ZRZ) |
| Currency | Zaire (1967-1993) |
| Composition | Brass (Gilt) |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#195335 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Uniformed bust of President Joseph Desire Mobutu 3/4 facing, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRÉSIDENT JOSEPH-DÉSIRÉ MOBUTU
1970
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the presidency of J.D. Mobutu, who was the leader of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (then known as Zaire) for over 30 years. Mobutu was known for his authoritarian rule and his efforts to Africanize the country, which included changing the name of the country and promoting traditional African culture. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of brass gilt, a material that is often associated with luxury and wealth, may reflect Mobutu's desire to promote the country's rich cultural heritage and his own leadership.
